Job Description

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group has an immediate need for an Interim Healthcare Paralegal for a temp-to-perm opportunity.

Overview : The interim Healthcare Paralegal will support attorneys and healthcare providers in dealing with legal and operational issues impacting the business.

Company: One of the nation’s leading pharmacies.

Experience: The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and is an effective communicator. They are always a team player, eager to jump in where needed and collaborate with others to support the goals of the pharmacy and the needs of customers. Looking for candidates with knowledge of healthcare applicable laws, HIPAA regulations, Medicare, Medicaid, and other governmental healthcare programs.

Location: Somerset, NJ for the first four weeks of the position. After the training and integration period is completed, the role can transition to a fully remote basis.

Responsibilities Include:

The Interim Healthcare Paralegal will support attorney and healthcare providers in dealing with legal and operational issues impacting the business. The role requires a blend of healthcare knowledge, business acumen, and legal expertise. They collaborate with attorneys, business stakeholders, and subject matter experts to handle legal issues related to contract administration, medical malpractice, insurance claims, and compliance with healthcare laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collections Support: Draft Demand Letters, Payment Plans, and Termination Notices for customers with invoice payment issues. Escalate efforts as needed via legal avenues.
• Contract Support: Drafting and supporting contracting operations, engagement of subject matter experts, and working with legal team members to validate compliance with internal policies and applicable laws and regulations.
• Compliance Assistance: Help ensure healthcare providers adhere to state and federal regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
• Legal Case Support: Prepare, gather, review, and submit documents for discovery, and responses to subpoenas or Requests for Information, including medical malpractice, insurance claims, and other healthcare-related disputes.
• Research: Conduct factual and legal research on healthcare laws, regulations, medical literature, and case law.
• Support communication with clients and other stakeholders involved in healthcare cases.

Qualifications Include:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in legal studies, healthcare administration, or a related area.
• Experience: Healthcare experience is highly desirable, such as experience in pharmacy, nursing or other healthcare fields.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Excellent organizational, project/litigation management, and communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to handle large amounts of paperwork.
• Legal Knowledge: Knowledge of healthcare applicable laws, HIPAA regulations, Medicare, Medicaid, and other governmental healthcare programs.

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page:

All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.

Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.

Bullhorn Job ID: 214708

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