Healthcare Regulatory & Enforcement Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Healthcare Regulatory & Enforcement Associate Attorney with 3–6 years of experience to join a nationally recognized healthcare practice in Nashville. This role offers the opportunity to advise healthcare providers and organizations on complex regulatory, compliance, and enforcement matters within a collaborative and sophisticated team environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise healthcare clients on day-to-day operational and regulatory matters, including provider and facility licensing.

• Counsel clients on Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues.

• Provide guidance on compliance with federal and state healthcare laws, including the Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statutes, and fraud and abuse regulations.

• Conduct regulatory risk assessments and assist with enforcement-related matters.

• Support healthcare transactions by advising on the regulatory aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

• Assist with healthcare compliance programs, privacy issues, and fraud, waste, and abuse analysis.

• Draft memoranda, regulatory analyses, and client communications.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of healthcare regulatory experience at a reputable law firm.

• Demonstrated experience in healthcare compliance and regulatory counseling.

• Experience with facility licensing, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, fraud and abuse laws, and healthcare privacy strongly preferred.

• Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Active Tennessee Bar membership or ability to waive in required.

• Must reside in the Nashville area and be able to work in-office at least three days per week.

Compensation

Competitive compensation will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities.