HEALTHCARE LAW ATTORNEY

KVC Healthcare Attorney
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Licensed to practice law in Kansas or eligible for admission to the Kansas Bar

Minimum of 3 years of experience providing legal counsel in areas including:

Federal healthcare laws and regulations

Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute

Hospital/facility licensing

Healthcare operations and regulatory compliance

HIPAA, risk management, fraud and abuse

Litigation

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Experience with contract and litigation management software systems

The KVC Healthcare Attorney provides comprehensive legal counsel and regulatory support across a wide range of patient care and healthcare-related matters. This role includes advising on employment, contracts, and general legal issues as part of an in-house legal team.

The attorney will manage outside counsel for litigation and regulatory matters, advise clinical staff and leadership, and interpret court orders related to child custody and parental rights. Responsibilities also include filing legal pleadings, appearing in court as needed, and managing a high-volume caseload in collaboration with the General Counsel.

The heart of our work is helping people

Employees are also expected to be role models, remain solutions-focused, and adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Provide legal counsel to KVC entities and joint ventures on patient care and healthcare regulatory matters

Conduct legal research and review contracts, leases, subpoenas, medical records requests, and other legal documents

Analyze complex information to provide clear and concise legal guidance

Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including judges, attorneys, and state agencies

Participate in compliance-related activities such as root cause analyses, internal investigations, and licensing requirements

Track and manage active litigation, including discovery and coordination with outside counsel

Communicate complex legal concepts effectively to diverse audiences

Remain current on healthcare laws and proactively identify risks

Provide legal training and education to staff as needed

Uphold ethical and legal standards while fostering a culture of compliance

Travel as needed and participate in in-person and virtual meetings

Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Moderate noise level typical of an office environment