Responsible for assisting Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and entire attorney team in all legal matters. Under supervision of the  Deputy General Counsel advises senior management and executives on high-risk legal issues. Influences major decisions through legal analysis and counsel. Ensures cost efficient and timely delivery of legal services. Serves as a role model for ethical management behavior and promotes an awareness and understanding of positive, values-based principles. Works collaboratively with senior leadership to support the risk management program by leading a proactive approach to mitigating clinical risk, including leading the development of comprehensive strategies to identify and mitigate clinical risks, monitoring and guiding the progress of current risk strategies and strategic action plans, and supporting the efficient and effective management of pending clinical and professional claims in clinical operations.

Graduate of an ABA accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.

10 years of legal experience in handling medical malpractice claims or risk management in a hospital setting.

Strong knowledge of legal theory and practice, and knowledge of specific laws and regulations imposed on health care systems by various agencies.

Proven leadership abilities.

Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, research and problem-solving skills, and change management skills. Excellent interpersonal and personal diplomacy skills.

High level of motivation, team orientation, professionalism, and trustworthiness, and a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.

Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision. Ability to lead multi-disciplinary, complex projects

Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.