Assoc General Counsel, Employment

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Associate General Counsel, Employment provides expert legal guidance and support to the Office of the General Counsel's functions including risk management functions, general legal functions, contract review, healthcare transactions, policy review, litigation and claims management, with an emphasis on employment matters, and other duties as designated. This position is integral to safeguarding Children's Mercy's legal interests, managing risks, and facilitating strategic business decisions. The Associate General Counsel will collaborate with senior leadership, oversee some legal operations, and contribute to the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures. An essential element of all functions will to be to stay up-to-date on current state and federal and international law and regulatory requirements applicable to the areas of responsibility through self-study, and participation and/or attendance in ongoing education or seminars. By leveraging their extensive legal expertise, the Associate General Counsel will help drive the organization's success and uphold its ethical standards.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Leads risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation, including work as assigned with hospital leaders, focused on defense of employment-related claims. Oversees and manages the work of outside defense counsel retained for employment-related claimsAssists or manages as directed with other healthcare legal matters, including other categories of litigation and claims, regulatory compliance, contracting, corporate matters, and healthcare transactions.
• Manages contract and policy reviews, analysis of a variety of legal and regulatory issues related to employment practices and related matters, and provides legal counsel and recommendations.
• Assists or manages as directed with other healthcare legal matters, including other categories of litigation and/ claims, regulatory compliance, contracting, and corporate matters, and healthcare transactions.

• Juris Doctor degree and 7 or more years experience Prior experience in healthcare field with exposure to litigation and regulatory requirements is highly desirable. General practice experience also helpful.
• Missouri law license Required Upon Hire
• Kansas law license Preferred Upon Hire

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. Offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.