Included Health · 3 hours ago
Associate General Counsel, Labor, Employment, Medical Staff & Litigation
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$188K/yr - $275K/yr
8+ years expIncluded Health is seeking a solutions-oriented Associate General Counsel, Labor, Employment, Medical Staff & Litigation to join their dynamic legal team. This role is critical to supporting the company's rapid growth by providing strategic and practical advice on employment-related matters across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary legal advisor on all human resources and employment-related matters across the company’s business operations
Counsel senior management and team leaders on a broad range of employment and labor law issues, including hiring practices, workplace conduct, accommodations, wage and hour compliance (Fair Labor Standards Act), benefits, separations, employee relations, and M&A-related employment issues, all while appropriately balancing business needs and risk mitigation
Advise on the employment law implications of organizational changes, corporate structure, and business strategy
Provide legal guidance on employee benefits and compensation structures
Serve as the final legal escalation point for complex credentialing files
Review 'red flag' applications (e.g., prior malpractice history, licensure gaps) to advise on legal risk prior to onboarding
Attend Clinical Review Committee meetings to provide real-time legal guidance regarding the granting, denial, or restriction of clinical privileges
Manage the legal process for adverse privileging actions, including drafting notices of charges, managing fair hearing procedures, and ensuring compliance with the Health Care Quality Improvement Act (HCQIA) to maintain immunity
Act as lead counsel in responding to inquiries and complaints from state licensing boards (Medical Board, Nursing Board, Board of Psychology, Board of Behavioral Sciences, etc.)
Conduct internal investigations to gather facts, interview providers, and review medical records to draft robust, exonerating responses to regulatory bodies
Prepare clinicians for interviews or hearings before licensing boards
Oversee the legal aspects of the peer review process to ensure it remains privileged and confidential under relevant state laws
Draft and review Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and Last Chance Agreements for providers under scrutiny
Advise on mandatory reporting requirements to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) and state enforcement agencies
Manage all aspects of employment, medical malpractice and other commercial litigation, arbitration, and internal investigations, including overseeing strategy, discovery, and resolution
Respond to and draft legal correspondence, including communications with federal and state agencies and correspondence from attorneys and other relevant parties
Represent the company before government/administrative agencies in matters involving discrimination, wage disputes, and other employment claims, and in response to threatened claims
Represent company employees in licensing boards and similar administrative matters
Develop and implement litigation strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel
Monitor and analyze legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments affecting employment law
Develop and implement company-wide policies, procedures, and training to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risk
Facilitate responses to regulatory complaints and inquiries
Assist in developing internal processes to ensure continued compliance with evolving employment regulations and standards
Lead and supervise external employment counsel and other legal professionals to ensure high-quality and cost-effective legal support
Manage outside counsel budgets, forecasts, and reporting related to employment matters
Serve as the primary point of contact for employment legal matters requiring external legal resources
Provide support for non-employment litigation matters and assist with other general legal issues as needed
Conduct review and administration related to employment agreements and policies
Collaborate cross-functionally with Human Resources, Compliance, and other departments to ensure alignment between legal strategy and business objectives
Qualification
Required
A J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar; must be eligible to practice law in California (either directly or through in-house registration)
8+ years of legal experience focused primarily on employment counseling and litigation, with a combination of law firm and in-house experience (experience in in-house high-growth and/or healthcare environments is strongly preferred)
Deep expertise in federal, state, and local employment laws, including multi-state compliance, employee relations, workplace investigations, wage and hour, and discrimination matters
Strong litigation management skills, including hands-on experience with strategy, case evaluation, agency responses, and resolution of claims across varied forums
Specific experience dealing with Medical Staff Credentialing and Professional Liability/Board Defense is required
Familiarity with HCQIA, NPDB, and accreditation standards (The Joint Commission, NCQA, or URAC)
Proven ability to deliver clear, practical, and risk-balanced legal advice to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced environment; an ability to distill complex legal issues
Demonstrated business acumen and strategic thinking, with a proactive approach to risk management and issue spotting aligned with business objectives
Experience managing external counsel and legal staff, including budgeting, performance oversight, and matter coordination
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build strong relationships across legal, human resources, and business teams
Highly organized with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities, balancing high-volume, high-risk and lower-value matters efficiently
Must thrive in a fast paced environment and be able to successfully navigate ambiguity
A low-ego, team-oriented mindset, with a commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and the company's mission and values
Benefits
Remote-first culture
401(k) savings plan through Fidelity
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage through multiple medical plan options (including disability insurance)
Paid Time Off ("PTO") and Discretionary Time Off ("DTO")
12 weeks of 100% Paid Parental leave
Family Building & Compassionate Leave: Fertility coverage, $25,000 for surrogacy/adoption, and paid leave for failed treatments, adoption or pregnancies.
Work-From-Home reimbursement to support team collaboration home office work
Company
Included Health
Included Health provides a combination of virtual care, navigation, and communities-based healthcare services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$344MKey Investors
The Carlyle GroupGreylockVenrock
2020-09-09Series E· $175M
2018-05-02Series D· $66M
2017-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Owen Tripp
Chief Executive Officer
Wade Chambers
CTO & SVP of Engineering
Recent News
2026-01-23
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