Director, Corporate Counsel

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Over the last decade, we set out to be the world's greatest dialysis company, and over the next decade, we're poised to build the greatest healthcare community the world has ever seen. When you join the DaVita Village, you're joining a winning team. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.

The Director, Corporate Counsel position will be a member of the healthcare regulatory team and support the Revenue Operations Team, the business unit that is responsible for all components of the revenue cycle process.

Here’s what you can expect as a Director, Corporate Counsel at DaVita:

DaVita’s in-house legal team is known as the “Justice League of DaVita,” or “JLD.” The JLD is comprised of over 250 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals in countries around the globe. The JLD values analytical rigor, commitment to professional development, and a passion for excellence. The JLD is committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace in which all Teammates feel that they are treated with respect, are valued for the skills and qualities they contribute to the JLD, and belong. We also believe that diversity extends beyond traditional protected classes to the fullness of lived experiences and backgrounds. Our investment in Diversity & Belonging means that we are better able to harness the wide range of talents and perspectives among our employees to develop collaborative, creative, and effective solutions to an array of business challenges; but most importantly, because it is simply the right thing to do.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide healthcare regulatory legal support for the Revenue Operations Team, and provide guidance on compliance with federal and state laws and healthcare regulations including the False Claims Act and Anti-Kickback Statute.
• Support day-to-day operations, and manage complex projects and strategic initiatives for the business.
• Manage business-specific projects by applying deep expertise in subject area, communicating with stakeholders, and promoting adherence to all procedures and policies.
• Assist with drafting advocacy and policy communications to state governmental agencies.
• Partner with Team Quest (Compliance), Government Affairs, Patient Resources, and other Legal teams.

Our ideal candidate possesses:

• J.D. Degree with four to six+ years of relevant healthcare regulatory experience is required.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and laws including but not limited to Anti-Kickback (AKS), FCA, HIPAA and Stark.
• Must be admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one jurisdiction in the United States.
• Experience in project management within a healthcare company or law firm.
• Solutions-oriented with a focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, and possessing sound judgment.

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Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation. Enter text here
Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."
Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.
Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.  We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."  Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  

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