Paralegal, Legal Services / Risk Management, Full Time, Day

Position Summary As an integral member of the Valley Health System Legal Affairs Department, the Paralegal will be responsible for supporting the workflow and process for various legal, contracting, corporate governance, and litigation initiatives within the organization. In addition, the Paralegal role is responsible for the review and development of policies and procedures and for the day‑to‑day management and maintenance of contracts utilizing our iContracts contract management system. The ideal candidate will be self‑directed, comfortable with client interaction, and proactive in their approach. We encourage thoughtfulness in presenting new ideas and suggestions for process improvement to gain efficiency and share the mindset and passion for excellence. This role works in collaboration with and reports to the General Counsel. Education Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Political Science, or related field. Certification from the National Legal Assistants Association as a Certified Legal Assistant preferred. Experience At least 3 years in a law office, risk management office, medical practice business office, or similar business. General knowledge of the legal system required. Skills Medical terminology and a basic understanding of common medical conditions required. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills required. Excellent written, organizational, analytical, and critical‑thinking skills required. Job Location Kraft Center Shift Day (United States of America) Benefits Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees) Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees) Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short‑term and Long‑term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.) 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness Retirement Plan Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities Salary Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay Range: $35.68 - $44.60 per hour. EEO Statement Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Valley Health System