Director, Sr Corporate Counsel

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Over the last decade, we set out to be the world's greatest dialysis company, and over the next decade, we're poised to build the greatest healthcare community the world has ever seen. When you join the DaVita Village, you're joining a winning team. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.

Director, Sr. Corporate Counsel – Regulatory (Clinical Support)

General Purpose of the Job

The Director, Senior Corporate Counsel will be a member of the regulatory team within the Justice League. The individual will provide legal guidance and support to the Company on regulatory and compliance matters related to the development and oversight of clinical operations, with a significant focus on clinical IT systems. Responsibilities will include providing legal review of system requirements and collateral, advising on enhancements and necessary updates, and working closely with the compliance team through their review process. In addition, the role will cover day-to-day review of pharmacy operational matters, nutrition services, clinical teammate and patient-facing collateral, and other initiatives that affect outpatient dialysis centers and related businesses.

This position requires expertise in federal healthcare regulatory laws, including the False Claims Act, the Anti-Kickback Statute, and the Civil Monetary Penalties and Beneficiary Inducement laws and their implementing regulations. The attorney should also have strong regulatory analysis and advocacy skills, familiarity with HIPAA and privacy laws, as well as the ability to provide clear, practical guidance in areas of legal and regulatory uncertainty, balancing risk and business needs where there is no clear legal path.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as legal regulatory counsel and strategic partner to DaVita, with an emphasis on healthcare laws and regulations. In partnership with other DaVita attorneys and compliance teammates, assist business clients responsible for clinical initiatives and operations in identifying and resolving legal/regulatory matters. Provide day-to-day legal support for clinical IT systems, including review of requirements and collateral, guidance on enhancements and updates, and collaboration with the compliance team with their system review processes.  Support pharmacy, nutrition, and other clinical services as part of ongoing operational matters. Advise on compliance with federal and state healthcare industry laws and regulations. Develop strong working relationships with business clients, as well as legal and compliance partners.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree with a minimum of 6 years’ experience in legal practice representing businesses and/or organizations in the healthcare industry.
• At least one state bar admission and in good standing, with the ability to waive into Colorado, if needed.
• Substantial knowledge of the Medicare program and healthcare fraud, waste and abuse laws and regulations.
• Strong state and federal regulatory research and analysis skills, including the ability to address unsettled areas of law and apply nuanced analysis to develop practical, risk-based solutions for the business.

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation. Enter text here
Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."
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What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.  We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."  Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  

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