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Posted September 16, 2020

General Counsel

AU Health System
Augusta, GA Full Time

The General Counsel of AU Health System, Inc. (AUHS) serves as the chief legal officer and leads the Office of Legal Affairs, which provides all legal...

The General Counsel of AU Health System, Inc. (AUHS) serves as the chief legal officer and leads the Office of Legal Affairs, which provides all legal services of AUHS and its affiliated entities and subsidiaries (the Health System). The General Counsel provides, oversees, and manages all legal advice and representation to the institution to support the Health System's Mission, by helping assure that the Health System's business affairs and strategic initiatives are carried out in compliance with ethical standards and existing laws and regulations, in a way that avoids or mitigates unnecessary exposure to business and reputational risk. The General Counsel provides strategic consultation and support to the AUHS Chief Executive Officer, the AUMA Chief Executive Officer, the Boards of Directors, senior administrators, and others on legal matters affecting the Health System. As a member of the CEO's cabinet and executive leadership team, the General Counsel serves as an institutional leader and provides insight on a wide range of issues. The General Counsel is responsible for developing and implementing a legal strategy for AUHS and the Health System to support its strategic vision and mission. The General Counsel represents the entities comprising the Health System on all legal matters, including interpreting laws and regulations and directing litigation. As leader of the Office of Legal Affairs, the General Counsel supervises the office's attorneys and support staff. The General Counsel coordinates and supervises outside legal counsel in all assigned litigation and other legal matters. Recognizing the Health System's mission, the General Counsel will also have responsibility for collaborating with the Augusta University Office of Legal Affairs on significant policy and legal matters. General Counsel Reports to: • Chief Executive Officer, AU Health System Key Relationships for the General Counsel Include: • AUHS Board of Directors and Board Committees • AUMA Board of Directors and Board Committees • Chief Executive Officer, AU Medical Associates • Chief Financial Officer, AU Health System • Chief Strategy Officer, AU Health System • Chief Executive Officer, Roosevelt Warm Springs Rehabilitation & Specialty Hospitals • Director of Compliance & Ethics, AU Health System • Chief Operating Officer, AU Medical Center • Chief Operating Officer, AU Medical Associates • Chief Medical Officer, AU Health System • Chief Administrative Officer, AU Health System • Chief Human Resources Officer, AU Health System • Medical College of Georgia Dean (Chairman, AUMA Board) • Medical College of Georgia Clinical Department Chairs • Chief Nursing Officer, AU Medical Center • AVP Patient Family Centered Care, AU Medical Center • Chief Information Officer, AU Health System • Chief Innovation Officer, AU Health System

Position Requirements

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in Georgia (or eligible for licensure, to be obtained within six months). Seven (7) or more years of experiencing practicing law. Experience representing or providing legal services to, or within, a complex organization; particularly, a strong track record of success in supporting a health system.

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