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    Cooper University Hospital

    Healthcare

    Associate General Counsel

    Camden, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    About Us

    At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.  Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

    Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

    Short Description

    This is an advanced position. Candidate must be able to work independently and collaborate with other professionals and departments under the supervision of the SVP and Chief Legal Officer and Deputy General Counsel. Must be able to lead projects with minimal oversight and to supervise paralegals and junior attorneys as directed. Must be eager to learn and take direction from the SVP and Chief Legal Officer and Deputy General Counsel.

    Experience Required

    Six or more years’ experience as an attorney. Health law education and/or experience at a law firm, for the government, or another health system preferred.

    Knowledge and understanding of the law and related terminology. Written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal/human relation skills. Research and report preparation skills. Legal analysis and argument skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

    A demonstrated ability to systematically:

      • Research a variety of statutes, regulations, case law and other legal authorities.
      • Professionally and thoroughly investigate various types of factual situations.
      • Apply relevant legal authorities to a given factual situation.
      • Develop sound and practical legal conclusions about a client’s obligations or opportunities in a given factual situation.
      • Present those conclusions to other attorneys, and as requested to managers or other client representatives in an organized, systematic and professional manner.

    A demonstrated ability and desire to work in a team-oriented collaborative environment

    A demonstrated proficiency in modern legal office skills, including the use of Microsoft Office products, the Internet, Westlaw and e-mail.

    Education Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctor required.

    License/Certification Requirements

    Must possess a valid NJ driver’s license.

    Active bar admission in good standing and eligible for New Jersey licensure. Admission to the New Jersey Bar required within one year of employment.

    Special Requirements

    *Real-estate experience is highly preferred for this opening.

    Salary Min ($)

    USD $72.00

    Salary Max ($)

    USD $120.00

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Cooper University Hospital

    Cooper University Hospital is a major academic health system in Camden, New Jersey, providing a wide range of medical services and advanced treatments.

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