BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

This attorney will be the lead on all aspects of the ETCH contracting process, from drafting physician contracts to reviewing and negotiating contracts with vendors and other third parties. The attorney will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and for auditing contracts for compliance.

REPORTS TO

• Chief Legal Officer / Vice President for Legal Services

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Supervisory Responsibilities: NO

Number of Direct Reports: (Only complete if Supervisory Responsibilities is “YES”)

Minimum Education: J.D.

Degree: J.D.

License/Certification Required: Licensed to practice law in Tennessee

Minimum Work Experience: 3-5 years

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience with physician and other health care contracting

• Basic knowledge of Healthcare Law in general

• Must be detail-oriented and able to work with a variety of stakeholders

• Familiarity with hospital or healthcare operations a plus

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the physician contracting process including:

• Prepare and negotiate physician contracts using established templates and compensation models

• Ensure compliance with federal and state law, including Stark, the Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA, and CMS regulations and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on these requirements

• Audit physician payments for compliance with contracts

• Review, draft, and negotiate other contracts including but not limited to vendor agreements, business associate agreements, clinical affiliation agreements, and leases

• Provide guidance on contract disputes and contract enforcement issues

• Stay abreast of laws and regulations affecting healthcare contracts

• Work with Legal Services Coordinator to maintain contracts database and insure integrity of contract review process

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Legal Services, Finance, Operations, Compliance and Risk

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS-Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.