McKesson · 2 weeks ago
Lead Counsel, Practice Management
Irving, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $262K/yr
7+ years expMcKesson is a Fortune 10 company focused on improving healthcare accessibility and affordability. They are seeking a Lead Counsel for their practice management business within the Oncology & Multispecialty sector, where the role involves providing strategic legal leadership and expert counsel to support business growth and regulatory compliance.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareInformation TechnologyPharmaceutical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as a principal legal advisor for CORE Ventures and The US Oncology Network, providing sophisticated, solutions-oriented guidance on a broad range of legal, regulatory, and business matters affecting oncology practice management
Lead and oversee the negotiation, drafting, and review of complex commercial transactions, including strategic partnerships, physician practice arrangements, technology agreements, and data governance initiatives
Advise on healthcare regulatory issues (Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, False Claims Act, CMS regulations, state laws), fraud and abuse, privacy, compliance, and licensure matters affecting oncology physician practices
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, ensuring adherence to evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in oncology and specialty care
Collaborate with operations, technology, compliance, and business teams to support growth initiatives, improve performance, and enhance data-driven decision-making for The Network
Provide leadership and mentorship to attorneys and legal professionals within the Practice Management legal team, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous development
Engage with senior executives and external stakeholders, representing McKesson, The Network and CORE Ventures in high-stakes negotiations, regulatory matters, and strategic projects
Proactively identify emerging legal risks and opportunities, and offer pragmatic, business-oriented solutions to complex challenges in oncology practice management
Coordinate with subject matter experts in litigation, labor and employment, IP, data privacy, security, and healthcare fraud and abuse laws as needed
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; member in good standing of a state bar
Minimum 7+ years of relevant legal experience, with significant expertise in healthcare law, physician practice management, and complex commercial transactions
Demonstrated leadership in managing legal matters and advising senior business executives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Deep knowledge of healthcare regulatory frameworks, including federal and state laws governing oncology physician practices, fraud and abuse, privacy, and compliance
Exceptional commercial contract drafting, negotiation, and strategic problem-solving skills
Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility across diverse teams and stakeholders
Strong business acumen, organizational savvy, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters, often under pressure and with competing priorities
Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred
Large law firm and in-house experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Annual bonus
Long-term incentive opportunities
Company
McKesson
McKesson distributes medical supplies, information technology, and care management products and services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1994-11-18IPO
Leadership Team
Brian Tyler
CEO
Jim McAuliffe
CFO
Recent News
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