Job description
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
JOB SUMMARY: Support functions of St. Tammany Health System’s Corporate Compliance Department and serve as a legal resource to the System, its leadership team and Board of Commissioners. Conduct due diligence on System’s proposed business and other organizational transactions. Provide for System’s review, negotiation and completion of contracts, agreements, leases, joint ventures and other aspects of contract management; oversee and execute on the legal aspects of real estate and other business transactions including System’s employment agreements and service and support agreements as well as the supporting document management. Communicate critical information to System leadership when needed and in accordance with System policies and procedures. There is opportunity for remote work in this position as approved by direct manager.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited school of law plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a practicing corporate or transactional attorney is required; prior work experience in health care law and the operations and business matters of health care systems and/or JD-MBA is preferred. Must possess a working knowledge of law as relates to general corporate and transactional legal matters including real estate, commercial agreements, formation of legal entities and other corporate business and health systems matters. Prior experience in Louisiana law specific to hospital service districts and quasi-governmental entities is a plus.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS: Member in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar Association.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of state/federal laws relevant to transactions and Louisiana hospital service districts. Must possess strong organizational skills and an ability to work with executive leaders and attorneys on a variety of assignments. Expertise in conducting legal research, providing legal opinions and in analyzing facts and precedents. Must be able to work independently, set priorities, manage complex processes and maintain confidentiality. An analytical mind able to quickly assess large amounts of information and data and the ability to consider and evaluate the relationships between numerous factors. Personal credibility and an ability to articulate, communicate and negotiate positions and strategies concisely in a manner that is useful and easily understood. Professionalism, self-confidence, motivation, decisiveness, flexibility and determination. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, and seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - handling/feeling
Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching
Frequently (34%-66%) - handling/feeling
Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found
by clicking here
, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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