Paralegal - Healthcare

• Triages incoming calls to the Legal Department on matters such as patient rights, allegations of abuse/neglect/misappropriation of property, family-related concerns, discharges, against medical- advice issues, etc. and assign to appropriate counsel/personnel as warranted
• Intakes, investigates, and resolves non-privileged allegations of abuse, neglect, theft and privacy (HIPAA) violations and assign to appropriate counsel as warranted
• Reviews and drafts various legal documents
• Conducts legal research as needed
• Receives, reviews, and responds to various inquiries from internal and external sources, including, without limitation, patients and state/federal oversight agencies
• Acts as a liaison between the Legal Department and other internal departments to support legal and compliance efforts
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

• Paralegal certificate or similar degree in Paralegal/Legal studies required
• College degree preferred, but not required
• Three to five (3-5) years of legal experience related to healthcare law in either a law firm or in-house setting preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal skills, with the ability to quickly analyze issues and craft practical, business-oriented solutions
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and to consistently meet deadlines with high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all areas and levels of the organization and outside counsel
• Ability to use judgment, tact and discretion
• Proficiency in all Microsoft office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to interact effectively with all areas and levels of the organization

Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:
Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program