Assistant General Counsel

In the role of Midwest Transplant Network (MTN) Assistant General Counsel, this individual is responsible for supporting the organization by providing legal advice on a wide range of matters involving employment law, contract review and negotiation and records requests including providing counsel, recommendations, interpretations, legal advice and guidance to MTN team members, while ensuring the appropriate consideration of strategic legal issues and risk management in achieving the MTN Mission.  As requested, the position will work with designated MTN Outside Legal Counsel on issues as determined necessary or prioritized by the General Counsel, the executive team and/or the governing board.  This position will also assist with maintaining a compliant privacy program and ensuring that MTN’s policies that protect the integrity of health information are enforced.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Serves as a legal resource and provides counsel to the Human Resources (HR) team
   1. Assists the HR team with employment law concerns, employment law policy creation, revision and claims (i.e., EEOC, unemployment hearings, etc.)
   2. Works with the Chief People Officer and Manager, HR to establish employment related training
   3. Assists with the internal investigative process of personnel issues and/or the Corporate Compliance Program as directed by General Counsel
2. Maintains knowledge of the organization’s operations and legal documents and reviews legal and corporate filings to ensure compliance with relevant retention schedules
3. Conducts legal research and analysis on relevant laws, regulations, and case law, writing legal memoranda as requested
4. Serves as a real-time/on call resource to clinical staff for legal issues, which may arise during donation cases
5. Drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts, agreements and other legal documents
6. Assists General Counsel in managing litigation, including reviewing motions, discovery, pleadings, and communicating with outside counsel
7. Assists the Quality Department in responding to subpoena requests or requests for clinical/other records
8. Attends MTN Advisory Board meetings and other Committee meetings as requested, serving as a secretary to record and maintain records of meetings
9. Conducts regulatory research and monitors legislation as requested by General Counsel to assist in ensuring MTN’s Leadership team is informed of legislation, regulations or other legal events, which may impact tissue or organ donation or transplantation. 
10. Supports the General Counsel in minimizing risk to the organization
    1. Helps oversee the implementation of the MTN Conflict of Interest and Disclosure process
    2. Participates in the investigation and resolution of adverse events or other potential liabilities as requested
    3. Participates in MTN internal process audits as assigned
    4. Ensures compliance with trademarks and licensing requirements
    5. Collaborates with the Information Technology (IT) Department, to identify and address privacy policies and procedures that require improvement.
    6. Assists in drafting and revising policies and procedures related to health information and use; ensures strict adherence by all staff with access to health information.

QUALIFICATIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Juris Doctorate degree with 2 or more years of legal experience, primarily related to employment law.
2. Member of the Bar in the State of Kansas in good standing, or ability to be licensed within one year of employment. 
3. Previous healthcare, contract management or data privacy experience preferred
4. Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per work and respond to legal inquiries related to clinical cases on a 24-hour basis.
5. Solid analytical, critical-thinking, organizational and communication skills required.
6. Demonstrates adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
7. Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
8. Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide timely, practical legal guidance aligned with business objectives.
9. Must maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with MTN motor vehicle policy.  Must have reliable transportation to be used with company reimbursement using IRS guidelines.  Must be able to travel within the service area by ground or air.
10. Ability to lift 50 pounds and transfer short distances.
11. Possess ability to operate telephones, computers and office equipment.
12. Ability to speak and communicate clearly in order to accurately convey information in person or by phone.
13. OSHA Category III – No exposure to bloodborne pathogens while performing assigned job duties.
14. Home internet and wireless phone access required.

MTN BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Belonging: Intentionally connects with colleagues by embracing differences and finding commonalities to create a workplace where all employees feel safe and genuine at work. Models the philosophy that lived experiences make individuals unique by respecting and seeking to understand beliefs, values and opinions that are new or different from their own. Represents through actions and influence, the idea that diverse perspectives make MTN stronger as we serve our mission.

Respect: Builds a positive and supportive foundation inviting open, honest, and clear communication. Fosters a sensitive, supportive, and trustworthy environment, which promotes active listening and strengthens rapport throughout all interactions. Cultivates teamwork through acceptance and inclusion by valuing differences and empowering strengths.

Excellence: Demonstrates excellence by going above and beyond, while maintaining compassion and humility in all interactions. Demonstrates a high rate of achievement and success for the organization through proactive objectives centered on the overall mission and vision. Consistently models a positive attitude, a willingness to help others, and a dedication to improvement. Takes full responsibility for their role and challenges themselves to find workable solutions.

Accountability: Demonstrates the highest ethical standards, by honoring commitments to each other and professional partners. Executes all interactions through honesty and transparency. Demonstrates responsibility and integrity through ownership of the mission. Utilizes resources appropriately.

Leadership: Empowers, mentors and encourages all staff, while displaying a high-level of professionalism. Demonstrates ability to cultivate teams and relationships through open lines of communication, honesty and respect. Handles challenges with compassion by developing trust through respectful feedback and support. Acts as a resource by providing the tools, which enable others to reach their highest potential.

It is the policy of Midwest Transplant Network (MTN) to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment.  No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, arrest record, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.  In addition, the organization complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, employee activities and general treatment during employment

MTN is committed to complying with state and federal disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position they desire, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of MTN’s mission.