General Counsel

Role Overview

• Provide counsel on corporate governance matters, including advising on corporate governance documents and drafting and implementing policies related to governance and compliance.
• Prepare Board and Committee materials and support Board meetings.
• Monitor, evaluate, and advise on the impact of new and changing healthcare laws and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant federal and state healthcare and privacy laws (e.g., Stark, Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA, Privacy Act, state privacy laws).
• Lead WECP’s Coordinated Quality Improvement Program and Committee in accordance with DOH standards.
• Report to Board of Directors on program development and activities.
• Review clinical cases to improve quality of care and mitigate compliance risk.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including employment agreements, payor contracts, vendor agreements, commercial leases, and professional services agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, maintain, and refine contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation processes.
• Ensure contract terms align with business objectives while managing risk effectively.
• Support contract lifecycle management and maintain processes for internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and advise on policy matters and compliance strategies related to healthcare operations, human resources, and risk management.
• Lead efforts in healthcare policy advocacy, collaborating with external advisors to align with WECP’s mission and strategies.
• Manage and coordinate with outside counsel on litigation matters, including commercial disputes, employment issues, medical malpractice, and regulatory investigations.
• Oversee internal discovery processes, and manage witness interviews, subpoenas, litigation holds, and internal communications.
• Advise on employment matters including disputes and investigations.
• Handle disputes and inquiries related to reimbursement, credentialing and privileging, and healthcare provider licensure.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school; active bar admission in Washington State.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of legal experience with a law firm, corporate legal department, or government, with a strong preference for healthcare law expertise.
• In-house experience in healthcare organizations is strongly preferred.
• Experience in contract negotiation, corporate governance, and healthcare regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, privacy laws, and compliance.
• Excellent analytical, consulting, and negotiation skills with a focus on healthcare law.
• Ability to work independently and handle high volumes of work with changing priorities.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $150,000-$180,000
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, and Short-Term Disability insurance are offered to employees at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage for dependents.
• Paid Time Off including vacation, holidays, & sick time
• Market leading retirement savings 401(k) + profit sharing potential
• Continuing education support