Counsel

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As Counsel, you will exercise independent judgment and discretion in performing substantive legal work as a licensed attorney. In this role, you will maintain positive client relationships, ensure strict confidentiality in all client matters, and work either independently or under the guidance of senior attorneys, depending on case needs. You may also supervise or manage other attorneys and paralegals within the department, providing direction and oversight as appropriate. Successful performance in this position requires the application of advanced, in-depth knowledge within your specific area of legal practice.

A caregiver in this role works remotely Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

To be considered for this position, caregivers must reside in Ohio, Florida or Nevada.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Supervise or manage other attorneys or paralegals within the department as needed.

• Maintain expertise in assigned subject matter areas, advise appropriate members of the department on legal developments impacting the attorney's areas of expertise and actively seek out opportunities to bring the organization into compliance within those areas of law.

• Ensure timely responses are provided to requests for legal advice in the attorney's assigned areas.

• Identify and proactively seek to implement measures to bring legal services to the organization in the most effective way possible.

• Cooperate effectively and take leadership roles as requested on projects and teams within the Law Department and within the organization.

• Relate professionally and effectively to people at all levels of the organization and utilize excellent problem-solving, writing and organizational skills.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA accredited law school

• Five or more years of experience as a practicing attorney, including at least two years specifically in the area of practice

• Strong understanding of the operation of a regulated industry

• Member in good standing of the Ohio or Florida bar ability to become a member of the Ohio or Florida bar within a reasonable period of time.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion to perform legal services

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience with Florida medical malpractice defense, coordination of benefits, pharmacy benefits, subrogation, patient and payer disputes and Medicare/ALJ proceedings

• Healthcare experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.

• Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.

• Ability to operate a computer, audio visual and other office equipment.

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information, including the ability to deliver training in person and virtually.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $118,960.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $190,360.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities