Staff Attorney

Presbyterian Healthcare Services (PHS) is seeking a highly motivated Staff Attorney to join our legal team and provide in-house counsel to PHS and its affiliates. This role involves supporting a variety of legal matters, including litigation, regulatory compliance, and daily operational issues across our integrated healthcare system.

This is a Full Time position - Exempt: Yes
• Job is based at Rev Hugh Cooper Admin Center
• Work hours: Days

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with litigated and regulatory matters and support management decision-making

• Prepare, review, and negotiate legal documents and agreements

• Review and respond to third-party and government subpoenas

• Advise on medical staff and peer review issues

• Provide real-time legal support to direct care teams

• Develop and review policies and procedures related to patient care, regulatory compliance, and workforce matters

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong interest in healthcare law and regulations

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advisory skills

• Able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment

If you are a dedicated legal professional seeking a rewarding career in healthcare law, we would love to hear from you.

• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of New Mexico or ability to obtain admission within a short period of time.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as an attorney, preferably in a healthcare or litigation setting.
• Knowledge and willingness to learn federal and state laws and regulations related to healthcare.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with court personnel, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
• Occasional in-state travel to various PHS facilities.

• Provide legal advice and guidance to Presbyterian Healthcare Services in all aspects of its operations.
• Provide review and feedback on legal documents.
• Provide legal support for care units and operations across the delivery system;
• Provide legal support to the Risk Management and Legal departments;
• Provide education, training, and guidance in formal and informal settings on a regular basis in order to identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risk across the enterprise;
• Provide backup coverage for other PHS attorneys and participate in the call rotation for day call and after-hours legal emergencies;
• Triage, prepare, and respond to subpoenas and law enforcement requests;
• Work in conjunction with hospital departments and team members in order to properly operationalize educational and business objectives; and
• Perform other functions as required.
• Attend or staff a variety of internal standing and task force and ad hoc teams.
• Assist with the drafting or review of contracts and patient complaint documentation as needed.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, and optional voluntary benefits.

The Employee Wellness Rewards Program encourages staff to engage in health-enhancing activities - like challenges, webinars, and screenings - with opportunities to earn gift to earn gift cards and other incentives.

As a mission-driven organization, Presbyterian is deeply committed to improving community health across New Mexico through initiatives like growers' markets and local partnerships. Founded in 1908, Presbyterian is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. With nearly 14,000 employees, it is the largest private employer in the state, serving over 580,000 health plan members through Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Commercial plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.