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Staff Attorney

St. Tammany Health System
Covington, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/29/2026
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

JOB SUMMARY:

Support functions of St. Tammany Health System’s Corporate Compliance Department and leadership team and Board of Commissioners. Serve as a legal resource for the System and conduct due diligence on proposed business, employment and organizational transactions. Support System’s review, negotiation and completion of contracts and agreements; manage and oversee the legal aspects of real estate and other business transactions as well as the System’s employment agreements with physicians, service and support agreements and document management. Communicate critical information to System leadership when needed and in accordance with System policies and procedures. There is an opportunity for remote work in this position as approved by direct manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Member in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar Association. Graduation from an accredited school of law plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a practicing corporate or transactional attorney is required; a working knowledge of health care law and the business matters of health care systems and/or JD-MBA is preferred. Must possess a working knowledge of law as relates to general corporate and transactional legal matters, including real estate and property sales and leasing, commercial agreements, formation of legal entities and other corporate business matters. Expertise in Louisiana law specific to hospital service districts and quasi-governmental entities is a plus.

Knowledge of state/federal laws relevant to transactions and Louisiana hospital service districts. Must possess strong organizational skills and an ability to work with executive leaders and attorneys on a variety of assignments. Expertise in conducting legal research, providing legal opinions and in analyzing facts and precedents. Must be able to work independently, set priorities, manage complex processes and maintain confidentiality. An analytical mind able to quickly assess large amounts of information and data and the ability to consider and evaluate the relationships between numerous factors. Personal credibility and an ability to articulate, communicate and negotiate positions and strategies concisely in a manner that is useful and easily understood. Professionalism, self-confidence, motivation, decisiveness, flexibility and determination. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, and seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) - handling/feeling

Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), stooping, crouching, reaching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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