Associate Counsel

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Associate Counsel

Title: Associate Counsel Location: Brooklyn, NY Reports to: CFO Compensation: $150,000–$185,000, plus bonus

About MedElite

Since 2011, MedElite has been dedicated to improving the standard of care in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities nationwide. We implement a data-driven, "treat in place" model that enhances resident health outcomes while saving valuable time and resources for our partner organizations. By managing a network of advanced practice providers and specialty clinicians, we deliver high-quality, proactive care directly to the bedside. Our passion for positively impacting the lives of residents, administrators, and healthcare professionals drives our commitment to continuously innovate and redefine senior care across the country.

Position Summary:

MedElite is seeking an Associate Counsel to provide practical legal support across its multistate healthcare services organization. This attorney will advise leadership on healthcare regulatory, reimbursement, employment, contractual, and general corporate matters. This is a hands-on, business-oriented role within a rapidly growing healthcare services company, requiring an attorney who is comfortable taking ownership of legal matters and working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on healthcare regulatory, reimbursement, compliance, and operational matters.

• Manage responses to governmental and third-party inquiries, reviews, and information requests.

• Provide employment-law guidance, including policies, accommodations, discipline, and terminations.

• Draft, review, and negotiate provider, employment, vendor, and commercial agreements.

• Research legal developments and recommend practical risk-mitigation strategies.

• Manage outside counsel when specialized legal expertise is required.

• Support general corporate and legal matters as needed.

Qualifications:

• JD and active New York bar membership.

• Approximately 4–7 years of relevant legal experience.

• Healthcare law experience, preferably representing healthcare providers.

• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, reimbursement, and healthcare compliance.

• Employment-law and general corporate experience.

• Strong drafting, analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Health

• Dental

• Vision

• Company-Sponsored Life Insurance

• 401K

• Short and Long-term Disability

• Paid Time Off

• Commuter Benefits

Why Work with Us?

• Make a meaningful impact in the nursing home community

• Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

• Enjoy work-life balance

• Ideal for individuals eager to start or expand their knowledge in human resources or office management.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MedElite is an equal-opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. MedElite is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and help us deliver compassionate, personalized care where it matters most.

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