Paralegal

Overview

Negotiates, drafts, and reviews documents related to NBMC collection matters and guardianship documents/pleadings. Advises all levels of management as directed by the General Counsel and Vice President for Legal regarding legal questions arising in the course of department activities; counsels on the legal responsibilities of the Hospital when appropriate. Reviews as to form and legality affiliations, agreements, grants, by-laws, maintenance contracts, and vendor agreements as directed by Legal counsel, and advises Legal counsel accordingly.

Creates, maintains, and coordinates contract files and tickler files. Researches and stays abreast of pertinent federal, state, and BRMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist or change, as directed by Legal counsel. Manages claims/litigation in collaboration with the insurance carrier and assigned counsel. Handles all subpoena requests and coordinates with medical records. Manages Behavioral Health Central Clerical Department related to the civil commitment process.

Works with Associate Counsel to handle judicial requests during civil commitment hearings, with follow-up with appropriate administrators. Coordinates Krol hearings and distributes Krol orders to physicians and social workers.

Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations. Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Performs other related duties as required.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelors degree and Paralegal Certificate

Experience:

• One three years.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word.
• Proficiency in Westlaw and/or Lexis-Nexis
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Salary: $55,000-$75,000 Annually. Salary is commensurate with experience within posted range.

Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off, nine paid holidays, and a generous vacation policy. We support ongoing development through tuition reimbursement and continuing education.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.