Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Remote, work at home, united states
Reporting to the associate general counsel, the counsel’s primary role will be to serve as a key partner to the sales organization supporting commercial contracting for mdlive (“company”) and in this role, will provide strategic legal advice and guidance to drive growth, innovation, operational efficiencies and maximize profitability while minimizing riskIn addition, the counsel will advise on a broad spectrum of legal and regulatory matters at multiple levels of the organization relating to the company’s businessThe counsel will support other evernorth legal services needs as assigned.
Serve as a valued legal advisor with respect to commercial transactions / contracting matters
Draft, review, analyze, advise and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, focusing on sales and customer contracts with health plan employers, health systems and re-sellers/brokers
Develop a deep understanding of mdlive’s products, services and business model and build strong relationships with mdlive’s leadership, sales, services and product teams
Provide leadership in managing the contracting process and the contract lifecycle management process
Handle pre-litigation commercial disputes in a fact-based, measured, and professional manner
Advise on broad spectrum of laws and regulations
Identify, analyze and manage risk related to the company’s commercial contracts regarding a broad range of legal issues, including but not limited to: medicare/medicaid, information privacy and security, telemedicine/virtual health, corporate practice of medicine, licensure, fraud, waste and abuse, data and ip protection and other applicable laws and regulations
Identify, assess, and resolve legal risks relating to the company’s business
Become familiar with telemedicine laws, regulations and policies, and work closely with the sales, product, and clinical operations team to drive growth while maintaining compliance with applicable laws
Executing for results
Develop an internal reputation as a “can do” professional who drives results while modeling a culture of accountability, focus, flexibility, friendliness, and respectfulness
Respond promptly to requests from internal clients, and summarize and communicate legal risks clearly and concisely - in a way that business people can digest and action - and pragmatically balance risk with the company’s business objectives
Support the company’s efforts to launch new services including in new jurisdictions
Display unquestioned integrity, credibility, professionalism, and judgment
Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing improvements in processes, forms, and operations
Problem avoider/problem solver, including leading and/or supporting inter-disciplinary teams to implement solutions
Ability to persevere in the face of challenges
Cool under pressure; takes conflict in stride
Expects surprises and helps keep others calm and focused on results
Self-reflective/self-aware; has an attitude of continuous improvement by being open to feedback and self-improvement; commitment to continuous learning and development
Articulate, engaging, and persuasive; able to quickly build trust and credibility with both internal and external constituencies; demonstrates strong emotional intelligence and ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Drives to results
This role will be exposed to highly confidential and sensitive information about mdlive, its employees, clients, patients, and business partners and must maintain the utmost professionalism and discretion in the handling of such information
Quailifications:
Strong decision making and analytical skills
Proficient in microsoft office programs and willing to develop expertise in contract lifecycle management software
Excellent communication skills
Ability to think outside of the box to solve legal and business issues
Demonstrate high level of confidentiality
Knowledge of hipaa, state and federal guidelines on privacy, transactions, and security
Knowledge of health care legislation and standards for the protection of health information and patient privacy (phi and pii)
Broad knowledge of the law and its application to health care providers
Analytical ability necessary to solve highly complex legal problems via a prudent legal course of action
Excellent skills communication skills, verbal and written
Proven solution-oriented
Juris doctor (jd) degree from nationally recognized law school and qualified bar admission
5-7+ plus years of progressively responsible legal experience with law firms and/or companies operating in the health care industry
Significant commercial/contracting experience, including with health plans and health systems
Experience with revenue cycle/payment issues between health care providers and health plans is a plus
Significant experience with health care laws and regulations, including the areas mentioned in the essential functions section above
Experience with legal issues relating to health care technology and data use
This position is not eligible to be performed in colorado.
About cigna
Cigna corporation exists to improve livesWe are a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serveTogether, with colleagues around the world, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millionsThrough our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovationWhen you work with us, or one of our subsidiaries, you’ll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich people’s livesWhat difference will you make?
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
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