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About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Attorney, supervised by Assistant General Counsel or other legal executives, performs routine legal work for business units or departments.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Provides legal support for corporate, operational, and health care matters. Reviews, writes, and edits agreements, reports, advice, correspondence, and other documents for the Legal Executive team.
• Conducts research on legal and risk management issues in their field. Stays updated on legislation, trends, issues, and best practices for assigned areas.
• Supports preparing, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts. Assesses liability, damages, and aids in defending allegations for successful claim resolution.
• Coordinates with other attorneys in the department to provide legal advice on business matters and issues.
• Reviews court outcomes, proposed legislation, and programs to assess and advise the Legal Executive team.

Key Success Factors

• 3+ years of experience practicing law with a strong focus on contract law and negotiation in a regulated industry.

   

• Demonstrated fluency in technology concepts, service delivery models and security/privacy, with the ability to quickly understand and assess complex technical arrangements.

   

• Skilled in the practical application of legal principles.

   

• Must possess a high integrity, a willingness to listen respectfully and to work collaboratively, including with non-attorney contracting professionals and sales teams.

   

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with minimal supervision.

   

• Ability to exercise independent judgment as legal counsel and advisor.

   

• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.

   

• Ability to solve complex issues and problems, provide strategic perspective and demonstrate savvy with understanding and problem-solving abilities.

   

• Strong writing and research skills.

   

• Computer proficiency.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Doctorate
• MAJOR - Juris Doctor (JD)
•  EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
   CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Licensed State Bar Of Texas (LSBT): Must be obtained within the first 2 years of hire or transfer.
• Hybrid expectation- 1-3 days in office a week

About Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, BSWH stands to be one of the nation’s exemplary health care organizations. Our mission is to serve all people by providing personalized health and wellness through exemplary care, education and research as a Christian ministry of healing. Joining our team is not just accepting a job, it’s accepting a calling!

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