Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

WashU seeks an experienced attorney for the position of Assistant Vice Chancellor and Associate General Counsel (Assoc. GC). WashU Medicine provides world class health care in 78 specialties at 130 clinical locations and operates in close collaboration with BJC Health System (“BJC”) as an integrated academic health system in the eastern region of Missouri. The Assoc. GC will be responsible for transactional, regulatory and corporate legal work in a variety of legal areas including health care, general corporate, managed care, antitrust, HIPAA and nonprofit taxation.

Job Description

This role reports to the Vice Chancellor and General Counsel and:

• Primary responsibility for drafting and finalizing corporate agreements and other documents for complex clinical relationships with BJC and other entities.
• Analyzes clinical transactions and advises the medical school’s leadership on issues related to compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, including federal and state fraud and abuse rules, antitrust, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and federal and state tax laws.
• Provides legal support and advice on corporate structures and prepares corporate documents, employment agreements, noncompetition agreements, and other operating agreements for the medical school and various university-owned and controlled subsidiaries that employ clinical providers.
• Serves as the primary legal contact for the WashU Medicine managed care contracting team and reviews and advises on managed care contracts and issues.
• Attends and advises various medical school leadership committees on legal issues related to the medical school’s operations.
• Collaborates with BJC legal counsel on legal issues and questions that arise in the course of the Washington University/BJC joint clinical enterprise.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the Office of Vice Chancellor and General Counsel as necessary to ensure the delivery of prompt and informed legal services and supervises the corporate paralegal.

Depending on the background of the successful candidate, the position may also include the following duties and responsibilities:

• Advises university leadership on nonprofit executive compensation, Section 457(f) plans, and employment and income tax issues.
• Provides legal oversight and plan documentation for all university benefit programs, including retirement, deferred compensation, health and welfare, and tuition plans.
• Serves as counsel to various employee benefit committees, including plan design, fiduciary and benefit appeal committees.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or a table

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

J.D. - Juris Doctor

Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Missouri Bar Association - Missouri Bar Association

Work Experience:

Progressively Responsible Law Practice (7 Years)

Skills:

Healthcare Law, Medical Law, Medical Regulations

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications:

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Client-Focused, Clinical Practice, Complex Systems, Critical Thinking, Fostering Collaboration, Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), Interpersonal Communication, Legal Consulting, Legal Services, Medical Practices, Oral Communications, Sound Judgment, Strategic Thinking, Written Communication

Grade

G00

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.