Associate Counsel, Hospital Operations
Company: Medical University of South Carolina
Location: Charleston
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Summary This position functions as associate
counsel for the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
hospitals and reports to the Director of MUHA Legal Affairs and the
MUSC General Counsel. Responsibilities include general oversight of
all legal matters pertaining to the MUHA hospitals including but
not limited to corporate and general business matters, contracts,
human resources, medical staff affairs, regulatory compliance,
health care delivery, patient care concerns, risk management,
patient privacy (HIPAA and HITECH), litigation, administrative
proceedings and policy development. Entity Medical University
Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type?
Regular Cost Center CC002328 SYS - Legal Affairs Pay Rate Type
Salary Pay Grade Health-35 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job
Description Key Responsibilities: Prepares new contracts and
reviews existing or proposed contracts and vendor arrangements.
Using electronic contracts management system, reviews contracts in
a timely fashion and provides advice as appropriate. Drafts,
negotiates and reviews legal document contracts, services,
consultant and employment contracts in a timely fashion. Works
collaboratively with the Director of Managed Care on hospital payor
agreements. Interprets or otherwise obtains interpretation of
federal and state laws affecting the Authority; provides complex
analysis of federal and state laws and regulations regarding health
care related issues. Demonstrates familiarity with Authority
Bylaws, policies and procedures; proficiency with state and federal
laws including fraud and abuse laws and regulations, Medicare and
Medicaid Conditions of Participation, coverage and reimbursement
issues, 340(B) requirements, HIPAA and privacy requirements,
EMTALA, Joint Commission standards, and state law rules and
regulations; establishes a good working relationship with concerned
agencies, including but not limited to South Carolina Department of
Health and Environmental Control, South Carolina Department of
Health and Human Services, and South Carolina Department of Labor,
Licensing and Regulation Boards. Assists management with clinical
and patient care issues. Evaluates patient/family social issues as
they are brought forward and provides sound advice in a timely
fashion; provides advice regarding consents, involuntary
commitments, guardianships, guardian ad litem, and probate matters.
Participates in legal and/or administrative proceedings concerning
the Authority. Serves as an agent to accept, review and notify of
employees of subpoenas, depositions and hearings. Coordinates
depositions as needed and produces records and documents as
required. Other duties as assigned. As a member of the MUSC Office
of General Counsel, provide guidance on a wide range of legal and
regulatory issues. Required Qualifications: Juris Doctor (J.D.)
degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Admission to practice law
in the State of South Carolina, or eligible for admission within
twelve (12) months. Knowledge of federal and state laws,
regulations, and codes pertaining to healthcare laws, rules and
regulations. Proficient in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing
legal documents. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
including the ability to be persuasive with other leaders across
teams, positively influencing and supporting the mission of the
organization. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability
to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced,
high-pressure environment. High degree of client service,
professional ethics, and integrity. undefined Preferred
Qualifications: 3-5 years of experience practicing law with a focus
on healthcare law. Experience in a higher education, healthcare, or
government setting. Additional Job Description Minimum
Requirements: Juris Doctorate from accredited school of law;
License to practice law in state of South Carolina 5 years of
In-house counsel experience in healthcare. If you like working with
energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with
us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender
identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status,
family or parental status, or any other status protected by state
laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are
encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment
based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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