Senior Attorney

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Senior Attorney
The candidate will report to the Senior Associate General Counsel & Managing Attorney for Health Law. Within the legal oversight responsibilities delegated by the Board of Regents to the Vice Chancellor & General Counsel, the candidate will provide legal advice, representation and counsel on health-related matters. Oversee and manage health-related claims and litigation against institutions, physicians and other providers covered by the System Professional Medical Liability Benefit Plan, which is operated and administered by the Office of General Counsel. On behalf of the Plan, appoint and manage outside counsel, and manage representation provided by the Texas Attorney General's Office. Communicate with institutional legal and risk management offices, physicians and medical staff. Mediate and negotiate settlements. Manage complaints against physicians by the Texas Medical Board and/or other regulatory agencies. Provide oversight, legal advice and counsel related to general health law operational and regulatory matters, health care policies and procedure rules, regulations and legislation. With assistance of other OGC attorneys as needed, provide agile legal advice and representation on a broad range of topics, with particular emphasis on health law matters, transactions, administrative and tort law. Interpret, review and revise administrative policies; review and advise on proposed legislation. Conduct legal research and investigation; provide written recommendations and memoranda. Communicate regularly with clients, colleagues and supervisors. Should have Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. Admission to Texas Bar, or for out-of-state applicants licensed in another jurisdiction, Admission without Examination within one year of hire. Must have 5 years’ experience as a licensed attorney. Should preferably have Effective written/oral communication skills and ability to manage a broad range of complex issues in a collaborative environment. Should preferably have experience in litigation and evaluation of health care claims. Experience in health law operations and regulations, particularly in an academic health setting is desired.

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