Assistant General Counsel - Legal - FT - Days - MHS

Location:

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

Provides support for the General Counsel and the organization on a variety of legal matters. Performs job duties consistent with safety, legal and regulatory requirements and the organizations values, standards, culture and business practices.

Responsibilities:

Attends meetings representing the Legal Department and identifies issues related to subject matters discussed.Conducts research and drafts legal opinions or contracts, collaborating with other counsel as required.Continually evaluates changes in laws and regulations, communicates those changes to business stakeholders and drafts policy changes, as required.Investigates and develops solutions to legal issues and reviews/revises basic projects/contracts, as assigned.Provides legal advice and counsel to clinical and business units in diverse matters affecting the day-to-day activities of the organization.May monitor and manage outside counsel and outside legal budgets on assigned matters.Provides support and assistance in developing and writing Standard Practices and policies.Negotiates with outside parties on legal disputes, including settlements.Serves as a liaison between the Legal Department and management, outside counsel, governmental/regulatory agencies and/or others as requested by the Legal Department.Participates in various legal projects.

Competencies:

Business Acumen, Concern for Quality, Develop Relationships, Lead Through Vision, Manage Performance

Education and Certification Requirements:

Doctorate: Doctor of Jurisprudence (Required)State Bar License (STATE BAR) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Must have: strong academic credentials and verbal/written communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills with a strong work ethic and high level of integrity and ethics; detail-orientation; the ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action quickly; a skill set that includes the ability to take initiative, think critically, and solve problems. Required Work Experience: No Minimum. Strong personal initiative, work ethic and problem-solving abilities. Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. Additional Education Info: Accredited law school.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

•  Bending and Stooping = 20%
•  Climbing = 20%
•  Keyboard Entry = 60%
•  Kneeling = 20%
•  Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
•  Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Reaching = 0%
•  Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
•  Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 40%
•  Running = 0%
•  Sitting = 60%
•  Squatting = 0%
•  Standing = 60%
•  Walking = 60%
•  Audible Speech = 60%
•  Hearing Acuity = 60%
•  Smelling Acuity = 0%
•  Taste Discrimination = 0%
•  Depth Perception = 60%
•  Distinguish Color = 60%
•  Seeing - Far = 60%
•  Seeing - Near = 60%
•  Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
•  Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0%
•  Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0%
•  Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
•  Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
•  Asbestos = 0%
•  Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
•  Dust = 40%
•  Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
•  Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
•  Hazardous Medication = 0%
•  Latex = 0%
•  Computer Monitor = 60%
•  Domestic Animals = 0%
•  Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
•  Fire Risk = 0%
•  Hazardous Noise = 20%
•  Heating Devices = 0%
•  Hypoxia = 0%
•  Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
•  Magnetic Fields = 0%
•  Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
•  Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
•  Potential Electric Shock = 0%
•  Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
•  Radiation = 0%
•  Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
•  Unprotected Heights = 0%
•  Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift:

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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