Community Health Systems

Corporate Counsel

Community Health Systems  •  United States (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description



The Corporate Counsel provides legal guidance and support to the organization on a wide range of issues, including regulatory compliance, contract law, employment arrangements, healthcare laws, and corporate governance. This role works closely with internal stakeholders to review, draft, and negotiate agreements, assess legal risk, interpret complex statutes and regulations, and ensure adherence to applicable laws and company policies. The Corporate Counsel plays a key role in enabling strategic decisions while mitigating legal exposure and supporting operational integrity.

*** Local candidates preferred but open to Remote***

Essential Functions

  • Provides legal advice and counsel to company leadership, business units, and support functions on matters involving healthcare law, regulatory compliance, contracts, and corporate policy.
  • Drafts, reviews, and negotiates a broad range of contracts, including provider employment agreements, service agreements, and vendor arrangements.
  • Analyzes and applies federal and state laws related to fraud and abuse, including the Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and False Claims Act, incorporating compliance safeguards into contract terms and business practices.
  • Supports operational and strategic decisions by identifying legal risks, proposing mitigations, and offering practical, solution-oriented guidance.
  • Interprets and communicates the impact of statutes, rulings, and regulatory changes to internal stakeholders.
  • Participates in the development, implementation, and training related to corporate policies, procedures, and compliance programs.
  • Coordinates with internal departments (e.g., Compliance, HR, Finance, Operations) to ensure alignment between legal guidance and business practices.
  • Collaborates with outside counsel when necessary and assists in managing legal matters, litigation, or external regulatory investigations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) Degree from an accredited law school required
  • 4-6 years of experience practicing law, including contract law, healthcare law, or corporate legal counsel experience required
  • Experience in a healthcare organization or advising healthcare providers preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong understanding of healthcare regulatory requirements, including Stark, Anti-Kickback, HIPAA, and related federal and state laws.
  • Ability to draft, interpret, and negotiate a variety of legal agreements.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical guidance for business stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.

Licenses and Certifications

  • Bar Admission active and unencumbered in at least one U.S. state required
Community Health Systems

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems across 14 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS affiliates operate 70 acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
chs.net
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