Associate Counsel - Provider Contracts - MultiPlan

At MultiPlan, we pride ourselves on being a dynamic team of innovative professionals. Our purpose is simple - we strive to bend the cost curve in healthcare for all. Our dedication to service excellence extends to all of our stakeholders -- internal and external - driving us to consistently exceed expectations. We are intentionally bold, we foster innovation, we nurture accountability, we champion diversity, and empower each other to illuminate our collective potential.

Be part of our amazing transformational journey as we optimize the opportunity towards becoming a leading technology, data, and innovation voice in healthcare. Onward and upward!!!

JOB SUMMARY: The Associate Counsel is responsible for providing counsel to management and assisting in planning and directing all aspects of the organization’s legal affairs and ensures maximum protection of the Company’s legal rights.

JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Work with MultiPlan management to provide legal counsel and business counsel

* Assume responsibility for complex legal projects and resolves them effectively with a minimum of supervision.

* Support MultiPlan Network Development team in contract negotiations with healthcare providers.

* Support drafting, distribution and maintenance of all form provider agreements including the development of tools, processes and procedures for use of and with such agreements.

* Provide counsel and contracting support to other MultiPlan departments including, but not limited to, Human Resources, Credentialing and IT.

* Support Customer Service/Dispute Resolution processes and assist in the development and implementation of preventive programs to mitigate legal exposure for MultiPlan.

* Participate in managing litigation strategy and direction of MultiPlan relationships with outside counsel.

* Participate in development and delivery of training programs for internal MultiPlan departments.

* Support MultiPlan’s regulatory compliance programs and processes; research and review emerging legislation and regulation, and develop policies for compliance by MultiPlan; support implementation of compliant policies and processes; support client compliance.

* Directs and trains Assistant Counsels, paralegals, administrative staff.

* Collaborate, coordinate, and communicate across disciplines and departments, and with external counsel and advisors.

* Ensure compliance with HIPPA regulations and requirements.

* Demonstrate commitment to the Company’s core values.

* The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

JOB SCOPE: This individual assumes responsibility for complex legal projects and works independently under minimal supervision and with considerable discretion to make decisions that affect the day-to-day operations within the Company. The incumbent applies comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures to complete job responsibilities. The incumbent acts as a resource for Assistant Counsels, Paralegals, and other Legal Department staff, as well as other Company departments. Work requires basing decisions on sound logic and rationale; advancing problems or issues toward resolution when encountering ambiguity or uncertainty; choosing the best alternative based on consideration of pros, cons, tradeoffs, timing and available resources; making timely decisions on problems and issues requiring immediate attention; and making sound decisions on complex legal/business issues and problems.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $135-145K. Specific offers take into account a candidate’s education, experience and skills, as well as the candidate’s work location and internal equity. This position is also eligible for health insurance, 401k and bonus opportunity.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, and Training):

* Minimum Juris Doctorate

* Minimum 5 years experience related to legal practice including a background in healthcare and/or other related fields such as contracting, regulatory compliance or litigation

* Experience with managed care network agreements preferred

* Experience with workers’ compensation and auto medical network agreements preferred

* Other required licensures, professional certifications, and/or Board certifications as applicable.

* Meeting management, analytical, communication, presentation, people management, and problem solving skills

* Ability to analyze issues and use sound judgment

* Ability to drive execution

* Ability to handle long-term and/or complex legal projects with significant financial or other business impact.

* Ability to manage outside counsel

* Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, or employees

* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

* Ability to represent the company in a positive and professional manner

* Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a positive and professional manner

* Ability to work well both independently and as a member of a team

* Ability to use software, hardware, and peripherals related to job responsibilities

BENEFITS

We realize that our employees are instrumental to our success, and we reward them accordingly with very competitive compensation and benefits packages, an incentive bonus program, as well as recognition and awards programs. Our work environment is friendly and supportive, and we offer flexible schedules whenever possible, as well as a wide range of live and web-based professional development and educational programs to prepare you for advancement opportunities.

Your benefits will include:

Medical, dental and vision coverage with low deductible & copay

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) + match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Summer Hours

EEO STATEMENT

MultiPlan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

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