Deputy General Counsel


Louisville
Permanent
USD200 - USD350
In-House Legal
PR/544422_1747684501
Deputy General Counsel

Deputy General Counsel - Risk & Regulatory Affairs

A leading provider of post-acute and long-term care services in the Louisville metropolitan area is seeking a Deputy General Counsel to serve as a key advisor to the General Counsel on regulatory, compliance, litigation, and risk management matters. This second-in-command legal position is ideal for a seasoned healthcare attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and brings a strong command of healthcare regulations and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic legal counsel on healthcare regulations including HIPAA, the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, Medicaid reimbursement, and licensing issues

  • Support enterprise risk management initiatives and regulatory compliance programs

  • Lead internal investigations and develop litigation strategies

  • Manage outside counsel relationships and oversee responses to regulatory inquiries and audits

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Compliance, Operations, and Quality teams to ensure adherence to applicable laws and standards

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) and active license to practice law

  • Minimum of 8 years of legal experience in healthcare, preferably within the post-acute or long-term care space

  • Demonstrated expertise in healthcare regulatory matters, privacy law, and litigation

Work Arrangement: Hybrid; based in the Louisville, KY metro area

Benefits: Competitive compensation package, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and employee recognition programs

If you are interested, please reach out

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