L.A. Care Health Plan
Associate Counsel III Senior Director Health Care Legal Services
L.A. Care Health Plan, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Associate Counsel III Senior Director Health Care Legal Services
Job Category: Management/ExecutiveDepartment: Health Care Legal ServicesLocation: Los Angeles, CA, US, 90017Position Type: Full TimeRequisition ID: 11694Salary Range:
$164,614.00 (Min.) - $222,230.00 (Mid.) - $279,845.00 (Max.)Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan, serving more than 2 million members.Mission:
L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents.The Associate Counsel III Senior Director Health Care Legal Services is responsible for diverse legal activities, including analysis of health care regulatory matters, development and review of legislative bills, and ensuring compliance with legal authorities. This position supports L.A. Care’s product lines and operations by providing substantive legal counseling on complex matters and offers non-supervisory guidance for staff counsel and paralegals.Duties
Participates as a senior attorney member of the Legal Department’s Health Care Legal Services Unit (HCLS) supporting L.A. Care.Provides substantive counseling on complex provider contracting and legal matters.Manages outside counsel in connection with healthcare activities.Interfaces directly with L.A. Care leadership and acts on behalf of the Associate General Counsel as needed.Evaluates program implementation effectiveness and provides guidance for process improvement.Leads efforts to mitigate regulatory or competitive risks through innovative solutions.Communicates strategic planning outcomes and priorities across the organization.Responsible for sharing solution roadmaps and enterprise level strategies to drive efficiencies.Provides support in delivering programs that meet the compliance needs of the organization.Performs other duties as assigned.Education Required
Juris Doctor Degree or Doctor of Law Degree (J.D.)Experience
Required:Minimum of 6 years of experience as a practicing licensed attorney.Experience in an HMO or as counsel to a health system, hospital, government unit, or a health care law firm practice.Experience and knowledge of health care law.Experience in supporting complex provider contracting activities.Preferred:Substantial experience in Medi-Cal or Medicaid and Knox-Keene Act.Experience in Medicare, commercial lines of business, and HIPAA.Knowledge of public entity laws including the Brown Act, Political Reform Act, and Public Records Act.Skills
Required:Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills.Licenses/Certifications Required
State Bar - Active, current and unrestricted California LicensePhysical Requirements
LightAdditional Information
Required:
Successfully passed California bar exam and maintains valid license/certificate and good standing.Salary Range Disclaimer:
The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change.L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including:Paid Time Off (PTO)Tuition ReimbursementRetirement PlansMedical, Dental and VisionWellness ProgramNearest Major Market:
Los AngelesJob Segment:
Medicaid, Medicare, Medical, Healthcare
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Job Category: Management/ExecutiveDepartment: Health Care Legal ServicesLocation: Los Angeles, CA, US, 90017Position Type: Full TimeRequisition ID: 11694Salary Range:
$164,614.00 (Min.) - $222,230.00 (Mid.) - $279,845.00 (Max.)Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan, serving more than 2 million members.Mission:
L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents.The Associate Counsel III Senior Director Health Care Legal Services is responsible for diverse legal activities, including analysis of health care regulatory matters, development and review of legislative bills, and ensuring compliance with legal authorities. This position supports L.A. Care’s product lines and operations by providing substantive legal counseling on complex matters and offers non-supervisory guidance for staff counsel and paralegals.Duties
Participates as a senior attorney member of the Legal Department’s Health Care Legal Services Unit (HCLS) supporting L.A. Care.Provides substantive counseling on complex provider contracting and legal matters.Manages outside counsel in connection with healthcare activities.Interfaces directly with L.A. Care leadership and acts on behalf of the Associate General Counsel as needed.Evaluates program implementation effectiveness and provides guidance for process improvement.Leads efforts to mitigate regulatory or competitive risks through innovative solutions.Communicates strategic planning outcomes and priorities across the organization.Responsible for sharing solution roadmaps and enterprise level strategies to drive efficiencies.Provides support in delivering programs that meet the compliance needs of the organization.Performs other duties as assigned.Education Required
Juris Doctor Degree or Doctor of Law Degree (J.D.)Experience
Required:Minimum of 6 years of experience as a practicing licensed attorney.Experience in an HMO or as counsel to a health system, hospital, government unit, or a health care law firm practice.Experience and knowledge of health care law.Experience in supporting complex provider contracting activities.Preferred:Substantial experience in Medi-Cal or Medicaid and Knox-Keene Act.Experience in Medicare, commercial lines of business, and HIPAA.Knowledge of public entity laws including the Brown Act, Political Reform Act, and Public Records Act.Skills
Required:Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills.Licenses/Certifications Required
State Bar - Active, current and unrestricted California LicensePhysical Requirements
LightAdditional Information
Required:
Successfully passed California bar exam and maintains valid license/certificate and good standing.Salary Range Disclaimer:
The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change.L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including:Paid Time Off (PTO)Tuition ReimbursementRetirement PlansMedical, Dental and VisionWellness ProgramNearest Major Market:
Los AngelesJob Segment:
Medicaid, Medicare, Medical, Healthcare
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