OU Health's Office of Legal Counsel is excited to offer a unique opportunity on its growing team. This is a new position seeking an attorney to assist with the management of professional and general liability claims, as well as overseeing the health system's insurance portfolio. Attorneys with 1 - 3 years of legal experience are encouraged to submit their application. Prior work in litigation, healthcare law, and/or claims management is a plus but not required. Those who are problem solvers and team players with a strong work ethic will excel. This role will give the right candidate a chance to learn about claims adjustment, risk management, insurance coverage, and litigation strategy from our Senior Associate General Counsel and Director of Insurance Services. Positions like this are unique - do not wait to apply!
General Description
Under the supervision of the Chief Legal Counsel, or Senior Associate General Counsel, assists with the management of the legal, corporate compliance, and contracting functions of the company, as well as anticipated or pending litigation and business transactions. The Associate General Counsel provides comprehensive legal advice and support concerning all aspects of health care services provided at OUH facilities.
Essential Responsibilities
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.
Working with CLO or other senior attorneys.
Conduct legal research, as necessary.
Assist with the review and development of policies and procedures.
Assist with responding to subpoenas and requests for production of documents.
Provide education and support on operational and regulatory matters relating to OUH facilities and business adherence to OUH policy, and alignment with company strategy, core values, mission and vision.
Work with and manage outside counsel selected to assist with large and complicated legal matters.
Provide education and support for designated committees from time to time.
Communicate effectively with executives and management regarding legal implications of business. strategies, policies, procedures, pending or anticipated litigation, and other activities.
Review and analyze arrangements between OUH and other parties on compliance for applicable laws, regulations and guidelines.
Give training presentations from time-to-time on legal issues that pertain to OUH and applicable healthcare or business issues.
Ensure deliverables and performance metrics are met.
General Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited institution required.
Experience: Prior in-house experience with a health system is preferred.
Certification/License Requirements: Current attorney license and bar affiliation in the State of Oklahoma in good standing required within 12 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience advising providers and health care entities is desired.
Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint or similar software) is required.
Strong personal and professional integrity, principles and knowledge, earning respect and support when making difficult decisions and choices.
Strong customer service orientation, be self-motivated, organized, a team player and work well in high-energy, fast-paced environment.
Excellent project management skills, the ability to execute on plan, deliver results and manage external legal costs.
Strong executive presence, have superb interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the company, including top executives, managers, and outside counsel.
As this position will involve handling confidential matters, good judgment and discretion are necessary, as well as a working knowledge of applicable privileges to protect confidentiality.
Skills Required
- Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited institution
- Current attorney license and bar affiliation in Oklahoma in good standing within 12 months of hire
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint or similar software
- One to three years of legal experience
- Prior in-house experience with a health system
- Experience advising healthcare providers and healthcare entities
- Experience in litigation, healthcare law, or claims management
- Strong legal research, communication, project management, organization, judgment, discretion, and teamwork skills
What We Do
OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center and Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research.
