Paralegal FT Days 55K-75K

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Job Location:

Paramus, NJ - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 55000 - 75000

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Negotiates drafts and reviews documents related to the NBMC collection matters.

Negotiates drafts and reviews guardianship documents/pleadings.

Advises all levels of management as directed by the General Counsel and Vice President for Legal regarding legal questions which may arise in the course of department activities. Counsels them as to the legal responsibilities of the Hospital when appropriate.

Reviews as to form and legality affiliation agreements grants by-laws maintenance contracts vendor agreements as directed by Legal counsel and advises Legal counsel of same.

Creates maintains and coordinates Contract files and tickler file of same

Researches and keeps abreast of all pertinent federal state and BRMCs regulations laws polices as they presently exist and as they change or are modified as directed by Legal counsel.

Manages claims/litigation in collaboration with insurance carrier and assigned counsel.

Handles all subpoena requests and coordinates with medical records.

Manages Behavioral Health Central Clerical Department which pertains to the civil commitment process.

Works with Associate Counsel to handle all judicial requests made during civil commitment hearings with necessary follow-up with appropriate administrators.

Coordinates Krol hearings and distributes Krol orders to physicians and social workers.

Customer Service: respect flexibility knowledge confidence professionalism pleasant attitude patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely professional caring and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations

Understands and adheres to the Medical Centers Code of Conduct.

Familiar with the Medical Centers Mission Vision and Values Statements.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

Performs other related duties as required.

BASIC COMPETENCIES

Education/Certification:

Bachelors degree and Paralegal Certificate

Experience:

One three years.

Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Access Excel and Word.

Proficiency in Westlaw and/or Lexis-Nexis

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Good interpersonal skills.

Speaks reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range

$55000-$75000 Annually

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive medical dental and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days personal time sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Negotiates drafts and reviews documents related to the NBMC collection matters.Negotiates drafts and reviews guardianship documents/pleadings.Advises all levels of management as directed by the General Counsel and Vice President for Legal regarding legal questions which may arise in the course of de...