In-House Counsel

Silver Lake Hospital of Newark, NJ is seeking to hire a full-time or part-time In-House Counsel.

ABOUT SILVER LAKE HOSPITAL

Silver Lake Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital with a reputation of providing patients with a place to heal before heading home. A long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) is an acute care specialty hospital that provides highly advanced and focused care for higher acuity patients who have not responded to short-term treatment in traditional general hospitals. The average length of stay in an LTACH is 25 days as compared to a 3-5 day average stay in a general hospital. Our safe and state of the art hospital is designed to admit and care for the most critically ill patients.

POSITION SUMMARY

The In-House Counsel is responsible for defending the hospital in lawsuits related to unpaid medical claims. This includes investigating the claim, advising on strategy, preparing legal documents, and potentially representing the hospital in court. This position demands a robust understanding of corporate law, regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and risk management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• License to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Excellent knowledge of corporate, contract, and regulatory law.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a hospital or LTACH care setting is preferred.
• Strong legal drafting and documentation skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound legal advice.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.