Paralegal
Full-Time
Reports to: General Counsel
About the Opportunity
Aligned Providers, an innovative and rapidly growing emergency medicine and hospital contract management services group, is seeking a motivated paralegal to provide legal support to Aligned Providers’ (AP) general counsel. This role will conduct legal research, prepare legal documents, and assist with contract and case management. It requires a strong understanding of medical terminology, healthcare regulations, and legal procedures.
We are looking for a teammate to help us succeed in our mission to prioritize a culture of service and to align the priorities of hospital and provider teams to provide exceptional patient care. If you are interested in contributing to the wellbeing of the patients, providers, hospitals and communities that we serve, we would love to hear from you.
This is full-time, non-exempt position that will report to the General Counsel.
Essential Functions
In this position, you will help us succeed by effectively performing the following duties:
- Conduct in-depth legal research using online legal databases and other resources on a wide range of healthcare law topics, including HIPAA, medical malpractice, and licensing and regulatory compliance
- Draft and review legal documents, such as contracts and employment agreements
- Organize and maintain case files, including gathering and organizing documents, scheduling deadlines, and tracking the progress of current pending legal requests
- Assist with e-discovery processes, including collecting, processing, and reviewing electronic documents
- Communicate with clients, including healthcare providers, insurance companies, and third-party clients to gather information, provide updates, and address inquires
- Monitor and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, such as HIPAA and state/federal specific laws
- Assist in investigations into potential claims or compliance issues
- Prepare and file legal documents, including electronic filing
- Other duties as assigned
Expectations of Teammate
“Our core values are all aligned around a culture of service to our hospital partners and our staff.”
- Trust – Always do the right thing.
- Growth – Continuously build on past success.
- Partnership – Every relationship is essential to our success.
- Quality – Constantly enhance experiences by replicating successful practices & innovations.
Competencies
In order to thrive as a Payroll Clerk at Aligned Providers, the following success factors are required:
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- Effective and clear verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to serve as a successful participant with the team
- Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality
- Deft organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Work Environment
This position is full-time and requires work in a normal office environment. This role may be subject to stressful circumstances at times.
Experience and Education
Applicants must have one or more of the following:
- Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience
- 10 years’ related experience in a similar capacity
- Experience with legal research and writing
- Experience in healthcare law required
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants should emphasize how they will bring the following to the paralegal role:
- Proficiency in legal research databases and software
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and healthcare regulations