Director of Legal Accounts/ Associate General Counsel

Oversees the Legal Accounts Department (LAD) at University Health, including its personnel.

Establishes, manages, and sustains systems and processes that adhere to legal standards for revenue recovery and access to records and information.

Analyzes governmental regulations and statutes, offering legal guidance for the formulation, execution, and enforcement of University Health's policies and procedures.

Designs and implements strategies to effectively secure reimbursements from third parties while planning work procedures, equipment, and staffing in a cost-efficient manner.

Provides legal advice and collaborates closely with University Health Patient Billing Service, Patient Access, Managed Care, Revenue Process Improvement Team and other relevant departments to enhance revenue and ensure compliance.

WHY Work for University Health System?

University offers generous benefits packages, including incentives for professional and personal growth and enhanced financial security. Our benefits package includes:

Education reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Recognition programs

Retirement programs

Pet Insurance

Job Requirements

A Law Degree (JD or LLB) from an accredited Law School required.

Five years as a licensed attorney and three years progressively responsible experience in Health Law or Collections required.

Additional experience with health, auto, liability and indemnity insurance preferred as well as government assistance programs and bankruptcy.