Children's National Hospital

Sr Paralegal - Health Operations

Children's National Hospital  •  $79k/yr  •  Silver Spring, MD (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Sr Paralegal - Health Operations-(260000YD)

The Senior Paralegal: Healthcare Operations will report to an attorney and assist with document preparation of transactional and corporate matters. Will review contracts and create internal resources. Will coordinate the immigration legal services and provide administrative and research support.

Qualifications

Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
7 years legal experience in the healthcare industry, corporate immigration, complex transactions, and contract lifecycle management. (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft and Adobe Acrobat required to run reports and metrics as needed.

Functional Accountabilities
Sr. Managing Paralegal, Lead Legal Support

  • Manage and oversee the full paralegal services program
  • Prepare appropriate reports and memoranda and create tools as needed to summarize key legal and business terms.
  • Closely assist counsel in preparation of documents for transactions and corporate matters within a health care setting.
  • Work with counsel to prepare all documents required for transactions and corporate matters.

Legal Sufficiency Review

  • Provide initial review, analysis and management of contracts as assigned to include drafting of agreements and following the lifespan of agreements.
  • Issue spot concerns in contracts to raise to an attorney particularly healthcare related regulatory concerns.
  • Create and maintain template contracts for the organization.
  • Create and maintain the contract clause library.
  • Create and maintain educational tools as needed for contract review.

Manager, Corporate Immigration

  • Independently manage and track visa petitions, work permits, green card processes, and other immigration-related matters for international employees.
  • Prepare, file, and track immigration documents, including H-1B, TN, L-1, and other non-immigrant and immigrant visa applications.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of employee immigration statuses, work authorizations, and compliance with visa terms.
  • Assist with compliance audits and prepare reports related to immigration statuses for corporate reporting.
  • Communicate with government agencies (e.g., USCIS, DOS) and external legal counsel regarding immigration matters and updates on visa petitions or compliance issues.
  • Collaborate with HR and other departments to provide guidance on immigration-related matters, including work authorization requirements, visa renewals, and changes in employment status.
  • Support attorneys in preparing presentations and reports for leadership on corporate immigration or transactional matters.

Manager, Transactional Legal Support

  • Provide legal support for corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic initiatives, by ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
  • Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, and corporate documents as necessary for the enterprise.
  • Conduct due diligence and document review to support business transactions and corporate governance requirements.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and other departments to identify and resolve potential legal issues related to healthcare compliance, privacy regulations (HIPAA), and other sector-specific laws.

Compliance and Record Retention Management

  • Maintain organized and efficient record keeping systems for both physical and electronic records related to immigration and corporate matters.
  • Prepare and file necessary documentation to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

Primary Location

Maryland-Silver Spring

Work Locations

Inventa Towers1 Inventa PlaceSilver Spring20910

Job

Non-Clinical Professional

Organization

LegalPosition StatusR (Regular)-FT - Full-TimeShiftDayWork Scheduleday

Job Posting

Apr 20, 2026, 6:49:25 PM

Full-Time Salary Range

79289.6-132163.2

Children's National Hospital

About Children's National Hospital

Children’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., was established in 1870 to help every child grow up stronger. Today, it is one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the nation and ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s National is transforming pediatric medicine for all children. The Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus opened in 2021, a first-of-its-kind pediatric hub dedicated to developing new and better ways to care for kids. Children’s National has been designated three times in a row as a Magnet® hospital, demonstrating the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. This pediatric academic health system offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty care locations in the D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Virginia. Children’s National is home to the Children’s National Research Institute and Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. It is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at the local, regional and national levels. As a non-profit, Children's National relies on generous donors to help ensure that every child receives the care they need.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Washington, DC
Year Founded
1870
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