General Legal Counsel at Generations Healthcare Network

Lincolnwood, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Consultation, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Litigation Defense, Healthcare Law, Investigation, Case Management, Policy Development, Media Relations, Family Relations

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Generations Healthcare Network, (GHCN) a consultancy for skilled nursing homes and specialized mental health rehabilitation facilities, located in Lincolnwood, IL, is seeking an In-House General Counsel. Must be licensed and in good standing in Illinois (Indiana licensure a plus). Must have a thorough knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations governing our healthcare settings. The General Counsel is responsible for provision of legal services, which typically include, but are not limited to, consultation on any issues that present a risk of liability exposure for the company. The General Counsel will serve as a general legal consultant to all facility Administrators/Executive Directors that contract with GHCN. This position reports into the Chief Executive Officer. Primary Legal Services Responsibilities: Review statements of Deficiencies, plans of corrections, informal dispute resolution submissions and state comment submissions upon request Ensure proper waiver of hearing and payment in uncontested matters Defense and/or appeal contested matters Provide defense for all federal, state and local regulatory bodies as needed Primary Loss/Risk Management Responsibilities: Respond to incidents that may result in investigation by the IDPH, other outside entities or may result in lawsuits Interview witnesses/employees/residents Investigate and procure information and materials from outside sources, where necessary Provide legal consultation to facility Administration regarding Reportable Incidents, as requested Provide and supervise risk management strategy; Establish and maintain a system wide risk management protocol Coordinate Media and Family Relations following emergency incidents Other responsibilities as assigned by the CEO Requirements Licensed Attorney in good standing in IL (Indiana a plus) Experience in areas of long term care facility law and practice Knowledge of state, federal and local jurisdictions rules and regulations (IDPH, Medicare, Medicare, CMS, Joint Commission)

Responsibilities

The General Counsel provides legal services and risk management strategy for healthcare facilities, focusing on liability exposure and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include defending contested matters and managing investigations related to reportable incidents.