Legal Counsel - Healthcare

Overview

A healthcare organization is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its Home Solutions line of business, including home health services. This role involves providing legal guidance on operational and regulatory matters to support day-to-day business activities and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position reports to Senior Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on operational and regulatory issues affecting the Home Solutions business, including home health services.
• Advise operations teams on patient safety, quality of care, and governmental inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management to address complex issues and ensure departmental alignment.
• Conduct risk assessments, analyze potential impacts, and develop mitigation strategies to support business decisions and initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing healthcare law within a law firm or in-house legal department of a healthcare organization.
• Proven experience advising healthcare providers on foundational healthcare legal matters, including at least one of the following: patient care issues and surveys; fraud, waste, and abuse; state licensing and Medicare/Medicaid enrollment; healthcare-related contracting; or healthcare mergers and acquisitions.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience navigating complex organizational structures and engaging with stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to work independently with general guidance and collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of a broad range of healthcare law topics.
• Prior experience advising home health agencies or other post-acute care providers is strongly preferred.

Work-At-Home Requirements

• Minimum internet speed of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload; wireless, wired cable, or DSL connection required.
• Satellite, cellular, and microwave connections require leadership approval.
• Employees working from home in California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota receive a bi-weekly internet expense payment.
• Telephone equipment appropriate for the position will be provided.
• Work must be performed from a dedicated space free from interruptions to protect member PHI/HIPAA information.

Interview Process

The hiring process includes the use of an interviewing technology to facilitate scheduling and assessment of relevant skills and experience.

Travel

This is a remote position; however, occasional travel to company offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours per week

Compensation

• Salary range: $138,900 - $191,000 per year, varying by geographic location and individual qualifications.
• Eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.

Benefits

The organization offers competitive benefits supporting whole-person well-being, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Additional wellness and healthcare programs

Application Deadline

April 17, 2026