Contracts Counsel - Hospitals/Healthcare Providers
Axiom Law is seeking a Contracts Counsel specializing in healthcare to oversee complex contracting processes, focusing on vendor and payer-side agreements. This role involves negotiating and executing various contracts, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs). The position is based in Atlanta, Georgia.
Key responsibilities include leading and managing the negotiation and execution of external client contracts, particularly with healthcare vendors, and providing strategic compliance advice to commercial operations and relevant functional areas, emphasizing market access and pricing issues related to Medicaid and Medicare. The role also involves reviewing, drafting, and consulting on a variety of agreements, including consulting agreements, supply and distribution agreements, advisory, market access-related contracts (PBM, Payer, and GPO agreements), wholesaler contracts, and discount and rebate agreements. Additionally, the Contracts Counsel will act as a legal advisor to marketing, regulatory, and medical teams to ensure advertising and promotional content complies with statutory and regulatory requirements, offering practical solutions.
Candidates should have extensive experience in healthcare contracting and vendor management, with a strong emphasis on payer-side contract negotiation and management. A proven background in managed care, encompassing external client contract management, supply chain distribution, specialty pharma contracting, and federal/state pricing mechanisms is essential. Firm knowledge of privacy regulations, including HIPAA, CCPA, and GDPR, is required. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction, with at least 5 to 8 years of legal practice experience. A background in overseeing and advising on legal issues pertaining to advertising, promotion, and interactions with healthcare professionals is also necessary.
The compensation package for this position includes an annual base salary of $145,000, along with comprehensive health benefits, a 401K plan, and access to professional development opportunities.
Axiom Law offers a flexible and dynamic work environment, providing opportunities to work with leading clients and engage in challenging legal matters. The company emphasizes a culture of collaboration and innovation, aiming to empower legal professionals to practice law on their terms.