Full or Part Time Attorney at Law

Beyond Blue
Job Posting Title:
Attorney
Requisition Number:
28809
Department Name:
General Counsel
Work Location:
Pavilion
Grade Level:
17
Type of Position:
Regular
Position Time Status:
Full time
Equivalency Link

Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Job Description:
Job Summary
Responsible for providing in-house legal advice to the University of Kentucky and all of its affiliated corporations on patient care delivery, risk management, human resources issues, medical staff, physician network services, and business matters. Ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Advises leadership on legal risks and opportunities. Coordinates with departments to address legal concerns. Supports organizational goals through effective legal guidance.
Essential Functions

• Supports the preparation and coordination of organizational contracts.
• Assures legal soundness of contracts in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Reviews internal and external contracts as necessary.
• Represents the organization in negotiations and legal proceedings.
• Informs leadership of pertinent issues, changes, or cases in health law.
• Participates in or coordinates special projects as assigned by leadership.
• Advises on legal issues related to partnership structures and strategic planning.
• Assists Risk Management and Human Resources on litigation and benefits administration.
• Supports medical staff credentialing, bylaws, and quality or disciplinary issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement
Juris Doctor in law
Experience Requirement
2+ years of experience in law, political science, or a relevant area
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
Certifications & Licensures
Active Bar membership in applicable state
Working Conditions
A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (
B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (
E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (
50% of the time)
F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. Never
G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (
50% of the time)
H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never
K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (
L. Loud noises: 1. Never
M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never
O. Radiation: 1. Never
P. Burns: 1. Never
Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never
R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never
S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never
U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular):

N/A

Physical Demands
This position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Additional Job Descriptions
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Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.