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25915
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Columbia
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Job Description

The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., located in Columbia, Missouri, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of health care attorney in the Office of the General Counsel. This position will be based in the Office of General Counsel in Columbia, Missouri and will report directly to the General Counsel. The health care attorney will work as part of the team of attorneys advising the University’s health care operations and academic enterprise.

The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. consists of four academic campuses located in Columbia, Kansas City, Rolla and St. Louis, and the University’s health system (known as MU Health). MU Health is comprised of hospitals and clinics, a faculty practice plan (University Physicians) and the MU Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. Other health care related programs of the University include Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry and Pharmacy at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and Schools of Nursing and Optometry at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

The attorney will be generally responsible for providing day to day advice on a variety of health law issues. Such matters will specifically include reviewing and drafting managed care agreements, professional service agreements, and supply contracts, , business transactions related to health care facilities, survey, certification, and licensing requirements for health care facilities, professional licensing, controlled substance regulations, credentialing and medical staff matters, reimbursement rules, privacy and security issues, academic accreditation, and other regulatory and compliance requirements. The attorney will also have other responsibilities as assigned by the General Counsel
Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must have a law degree.
At least five years of experience in health care law is preferred.
Admission to Missouri Bar or eligibility for admission by reciprocity is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have knowledge of health care law, especially compliance and regulatory issues; ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external contacts; demonstrated skills in client service, oral and written communication and time management; proven ability to effectively develop trust, respect and cooperation across all areas of an organization and staff levels. The ability to practice in other subject matter areas will be helpful.
Columbia Missouri Information

Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.
Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at ****

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, ****.

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