What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Counsel position at Metriport?
General CounselSan Francisco, CAAbout usMetriport is an open-source data intelligence platform that helps healthcare organizations access and exchange patient data in real-time. We integrate with all major US healthcare IT systems and tap into comprehensive medical data for 300 million individuals.We've found product-market fit with multi-million ARR, 100 customers (including Strive Health, Circle Medical, and Brightside Health), backing from top VCs, and years of runway. We're ready to scale. We're a tight-knit, high-performing team of mostly former founders (including two YC alumni). We're engineering-heavy, operate with minimal bureaucracy and high autonomy, and hire based on competence, not prestige. We push hard—founders work six days a week from our SF office—but give everyone freedom to craft their schedule. We measure output and we're committed to sustainable intensity.The role:The General Counsel plays a critical, hands-on role in managing a broad spectrum of legal, regulatory, and compliance matters in close collaboration with the executive team.Core Responsibilities:This role is central to operations, covering commercial contracts, licensing, compliance, and data privacy. The primary objective is to ensure the company strictly adheres to all applicable laws and industry standards.Impact and Challenge:You will be working with some of the most sensitive data in any industry, governed by the strictest regulatory frameworks (including HIPAA, HITECH, and various state privacy laws). This work directly protects real people while simultaneously enabling the crucial data access that saves lives.Strategic Focus:The General Counsel will be responsible for navigating complex healthcare regulations at scale. This involves balancing strict compliance requirements with the necessary speed to maintain a competitive edge, structuring vital partnerships and contracts, and building robust legal frameworks that both enable innovation and protect millions of individuals.Key ResponsibilitiesDraft, review, and negotiate diverse range agreements including service contracts, Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), vendor contracts, distribution agreements, NDAs.Conduct legal reviews of new business models, programs, and partnerships to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.Provide counsel on data privacy and HIPAA compliance across all platforms and services.Support corporate governance initiatives, internal policy development, and entity management.Advise on employment matters and vendor/contractor relationships as needed.Offer strategic guidance on operational models and navigate federal and state regulations governing pharmacy and physician dispensing.Build and oversee internal legal and compliance workflows, processes, and documentation systems.Perform legal research to enable Metriport to promptly evolve with healthcare regulations and digital health law, including leading internal training sessions and policy development on compliance and legal best practices.QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active California State Bar membership with at least 5 years of practice experience.Proven expertise in drafting, negotiating, and advising on diverse commercial agreements, with sharp instincts for spotting and analyzing critical legal issues.Thrives in ambiguity and fast-moving environments, meeting tight deadlines with flexibility and composure. Healthcare startup experience is a plus.Deep familiarity with U.S. privacy frameworks—including HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA—is essential.Healthcare industry experience required.Equally comfortable operating tactically and thinking strategically.Exceptional organizational abilities and sound prioritization judgment.Experience counseling on digital health products, service design, and marketing initiatives.Understanding of privacy considerations in AI/ML applications and AI governance principles.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.BenefitsCompetitive equity compensation package 🚀Full family Platinum health insurance, dental, and vision coverage 🦷401(k) retirement plan matching 💰Flexible work from home or in-office 🏢Healthy lunches are complimentary when working in-office (and breakfast dinners as needed) 🍏Quarterly company off-sites with the team ⛷MacBook provided by us 💻Unlimited PTO (we work hard, but trust you to take time you need to be at your best)Metriport provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.Compensation Range: $175K - $250K
Salary : $175,000 - $250,000