Contracts Counsel - Hospitals/Healthcare Providers

We are seeking experienced Contract Negotiation attorneys specializing in the healthcare industry and with experience advising hospitals, large healthcare systems or large physician groups. This role involves overseeing complex contracting processes with a focus on vendor and payer-side agreements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the negotiation and execution of external client contracts, particularly with healthcare vendors, focusing on Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Provide strategic compliance advice to commercial operations and relevant functional areas, emphasizing market access and pricing issues related to Medicaid and Medicare.
• Review, draft, and consult on a variety of agreements, including consulting agreements, supply and distribution agreements, advisory, market access-related contracts (PBM, Payer, and GPO agreements), wholesaler contracts, and discount and rebate agreements.
• Act as a legal advisor to marketing, regulatory, and medical teams to ensure advertising and promotional content complies with statutory and regulatory requirements, offering practical solutions.
• Utilize expertise in managed care to influence supply chain management, specialty pharma contracting, and federal/state pricing strategies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in navigating payer contracting or provider-side environments with payer-facing activities.
• Work collaboratively to negotiate agreements with wholesalers.

Desired Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in healthcare contracting and vendor management, with a strong emphasis on payer-side contract negotiation and management.
• Proven background in managed care, encompassing external client contract management, supply chain distribution, specialty pharma contracting, and federal/state pricing mechanisms.
• Firm knowledge of privacy regulations, including HIPAA, CCPA, and GDPR.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction, with at least 5 - 8 years of legal practice experience.
• Background in overseeing and advising on legal issues pertaining to advertising, promotion, and interactions with healthcare professionals.

Compensation, Benefits & Location:

This position offers an attractive compensation package starting at $145,000, including comprehensive health benefits, a 401K plan, and access to professional development opportunities. While Axiomites primarily work remotely, some clients may require onsite presence.

Company Overview:

Axiom is the global front-runner in delivering high-caliber, on-demand legal expertise, enabling efficiency and growth across legal departments worldwide. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social engagement sets us apart as an equal opportunity employer. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Axiom is dedicated to equal employment opportunities, free from discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, gender identity, disability, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure a fair application process.

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