Healthcare Attorney

A law firm in Syracuse, NY, is seeking an experienced Healthcare Attorney with at least 3 years of practice within a law firm or in-house. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare law, including expertise in Anti-Kickback, Stark, False Claims Act, EMTALA, HIPAA, regulatory compliance, CMS/Medicare/Medicaid/third-party billing issues, corporate structuring, hospital governance and operations, physician-hospital contracting, patient care issues, and negotiating/drafting contracts and corporate transactions.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on healthcare regulatory matters, including Anti-Kickback, Stark, False Claims Act, EMTALA, and HIPAA compliance.
• Handle regulatory compliance issues related to CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party billing.
• Advise on corporate structuring, hospital governance, and operations.
• Assist with physician-hospital contracting and patient care issues.
• Negotiate and draft contracts and corporate transactions within the healthcare sector.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience within a law firm or in-house.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Knowledge and experience in healthcare law, regulatory compliance, and corporate transactions.
• Strong understanding of Anti-Kickback, Stark, False Claims Act, EMTALA, and HIPAA regulations.
• Familiarity with CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party billing issues.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in the state of New York.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide sound legal advice on complex healthcare issues.
• Proficient negotiation and contract drafting skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation and paid maternity/paternity leave.
• 401(k) profit-sharing plan.
• Opportunities for remote work.

Headquartered in New York, this prominent law firm was founded almost 125 years ago. With a rich heritage to its credit, the firm represents clients in various practice areas such as alternative dispute resolution, corporate, and health care. It is also actively involved in community service and strongly believes in maintaining diversity at the workplace. The firm was honored as a top law firm by the Best Lawyers industry guide.