Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal Assistant
Location: Onsite – Community Hospital, Grand Junction, CO
Hiring Range: $30.00 – $34.50 per hour
Department: Legal & Compliance
Reports to: Chief Compliance Officer / Chief Financial Officer

Position Summary:
Community Hospital is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Financial Officer. This onsite role is essential to the effective operation of our Legal and Compliance functions and requires a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including legal agreements, employment agreements, and contract addendums for review.

• Provide legal administrative support, including preparing, proofreading, and formatting contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.

• Assist in managing and tracking contract workflows and timelines.

• Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings, and maintain agendas for the CCO and CFO.

• Prepare reports, correspondence, and meeting materials as needed.

• Maintain organized and confidential filing systems.

• Serve as a liaison between internal departments and external partners or vendors related to legal and compliance matters.

• Support internal audits and assist with compliance documentation and data collection.

• Handle other administrative tasks and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or paralegal certification preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of administrative or legal assistant experience; healthcare or compliance-related experience is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information.

Schedule & Work Environment:

• This is a full-time, onsite position. Remote work is not available for this role.

Compensation:

• Hiring Range: $30.00 to $34.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package available.

This position is open until June 30, 2025, or until filled.

Salary

• $30 - $34.50/hour