Associate General Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

General Council Associate

University Health is where professionals have career-validating experiences.  We are a nationally-recognized academic medical center, a Level I Trauma Center and the primary partner of UT Medicine San Antonio.

Thrive in an environment that values delivering exceptional experiences for both our patients and employees, fostering collaboration, and promoting continuous improvement.

Job Duties           
Provide counsel and advice on legal matters involving University Health. 

Interprets governmental regulations and statutes and provides legal oversight to the development, implementation and enforcement of University Health policies and procedures. 

Participates and provides legal advice to senior management regarding strategic direction of University Health, including contractual relationships with third parties and entities. 

Primary responsibilities involve oversight of construction related projects, complex contracting issues, public sector law and health care law with the ability to provide assistance with litigation matters  as necessary.

Requirements
Experience in transactional issues is required.

A Law Degree (JD or LLB) from an accredited Law School required. 

Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas and currently licensed to practice law in this state. 

Three to five years as a licensed attorney with three years progressively responsible experience in public sector law preferred. 

General knowledge of governmental procurement and contract law, public sector law and health care law is highly preferred. 

Prior litigation experience is preferred. 

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
License to practice law in the State of Texas required.

Why work for us:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wide selection of ancillary benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance