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Exciting Opportunity at MSK: The Office of General Counsel at MSK is seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel to provide practical, timely legal advice on a broad range of regulatory and related matters impacting hospital operations and research programs. The candidate will work closely with the VP, Deputy General Counsel & Chief Regulatory Counsel, and other members of the MSK legal team in efficiently advising clients throughout the organization.

Role Overview:

• Serve as primary point of contact for day-to-day legal advice regarding regulations that impact hospital operations and research activities

• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidance, including the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, Beneficiary Inducement Rule, False Claims Act, EMTALA, and billing/reimbursement rules, as well as requirements relating to price transparency, privacy, information blocking/interoperability, state licensure and scope-of-practice, hospital accreditation, 340B, the Common Rule, research security, sponsored programs, and conflict of interest

• Provide regulatory support for strategic transactions

• Assist in investigations of potential regulatory and/or compliance issues

• Revise policies and procedures in support of efficient and compliant operations

• Monitor regulatory developments and proactively update key stakeholders

• Maintain and enhance professional growth and development through participation in professional associations and activities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Key Qualifications:

• A Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

• New York State bar admission or in-house counsel registration

• At least 4 years of related experience in an academic medical center legal department and/or law firm with a nationally-recognized health care practice

Core Skills:

• Strong work ethic and self-starter who can anticipate needs, set priorities, communicate proactively, meet deadlines, and escalate issues when appropriate

• Exceptional professionalism and client service, including responsiveness, discretion, diplomacy, and pragmatism

• Demonstrated excellence reflected in academic credentials, professional judgment, writing and analytical abilities, and communication skills

• Collaborative team member who works effectively and builds trust with colleagues across the organization while also being able to operate independently

• High level of comfort and familiarity with technology platforms and information management tools

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and fluid environment

Additional Information:

• Location: hybrid with at least three days on-site at 633 Third Avenue (in NYC)

• Report to the VP, Deputy General Counsel & Chief Regulatory Counsel

Pay Range: $149,200-$272,900/annually

- Please note that compensation will be commensurate with experience.

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