Senior Risk Attorney

As a Senior Risk Attorney at Houston Methodist, you will be an integral part of our legal department, responsible for managing the risk associated with the organization. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with exceptional legal expertise, an understanding of health care risk management, and a passion for providing quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience with the health care industry. In addition, the successful applicant will possess strong organizational and communications skills, an ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professional conduct. We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated, with a strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. If you have a passion for helping Houston Methodist succeed and are driven to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Provide legal advice and guidance to Houston Methodist staff on risk management issues.
2. Draft and review contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
3. Investigate potential liabilities and develop strategies to mitigate risk.
4. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of existing risk management policies and procedures.
5. Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with risk management regulations.
6. Review and analyze legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
7. Prepare and present reports to the appropriate internal/external stakeholders.
8. Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends.
9. Work closely with other departments to ensure compliance with risk management policies.
10. Participate in internal and external meetings to discuss risk management strategies.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Risk Attorney in Houston, TX, USA is $130,000 to $155,000 per year.

Houston Methodist Hospital is the flagship quaternary care hospital of Houston Methodist academic medical center. Located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, Houston Methodist Hospital was established in 1919 during the height of the Spanish influenza epidemic as an outreach ministry of Methodist Episcopal Church. Houston Methodist comprises eight hospitals, an academic institute, a primary care group, and more than 300 locations throughout greater Houston. The hospital has consistently ranked as "One of America's Best Hospitals" according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has earned worldwide recognition in multiple specialties including cardiovascular surgery, cancer, epilepsy treatment and organ transplantation. Houston Methodist System changed its official name to Houston Methodist in 2013.