Paralegal II
Job Category: Administrative, HR, Business Professionals
Department: Health Care Legal Services
Location:
Los Angeles, CA, US, 90017
Position Type: Full Time
Requisition ID: 12465
Salary Range: $60,778.00 (Min.) - $75,950.00 (Mid.) - $91,166.00 (Max.)
Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation's largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time.
Mission: L.A. Care's mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.
Job Summary
The Paralegal II provides support on a wide variety of legal matters handled by the department, which may include: 1) all phases of litigation (including pre-litigation and arbitrations), 2) transactional matters (including vendor and provider contractual documents, policies and procedures, and agreements), and regulatory matters.
The Paralegal II researches and analyzes law, investigates facts, conducts and coordinates document collections and prepares and maintains legal and business documents for review, approval, and use. In carrying out these duties, the Paralegal communicates with various departments and external contacts, prepares business correspondence and reports, and assists with the creation and maintenance of Company documents and department files.
The Paralegal II is moderately supervised by attorneys and required to utilize independent judgment to complete activities and functions.
Duties
Research and Analysis: 50%
Research, monitor, update, and maintain current knowledge of developments in federal and state legislation, rules, regulations, and industry guidelines. Perform factual investigation and research. Analyze data, write reports and other documents as requested.
Prepare and maintain legal and regulatory documentation pertinent to L.A. Care's organizational documents, including but not limited to managed care licensure; ensure timely preparation and submission of all documents required to maintain such licensure.
Facilitate policy and procedure review to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies. Draft and file regulatory documents. Prepare legal documents for review, approval, and use by attorneys, as requested. Prepare, review, proofread, compile, and summarize a variety of legal correspondence, documents and other legal matters related to the normal functioning of the department and/or other ongoing administration of existing cases or orders.
Administrative: 35%
Organize, maintain, and update departmental logs and files, using department approved technology platform/software/application. Provide administrative assistance as needed ranging from taking messages to drafting, correspondence, scheduling meetings, typing, scanning, uploading documents and participating in projects as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned. 15%
Duties Continued
Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.
Education Preferred
Master's Degree
Experience
Required:
Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience in a health plan or healthcare organization, law firm, handling complex assignments relating to regulatory, public law or health care issues; litigation support on cases relating to employment, business and/or health care matters OR minimum of 4 years of experience and working knowledge of public agencies regulatory requirements e.g., Brown Act, California Public Records Act, Form 700s, Conflicts Laws, Knox Keene Act, Health Care Privacy (HIPAA, CMIA), CMS and DHCS etc.; and health care organizations e.g. physician groups, hospitals, health plans etc.
Experience in a fast-paced complex office setting, working with multiple priorities under deadline pressures.
Preferred:
Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience in vendor, provider contracts and/or administrative law.
Experience in highly regulated industry and support on transaction work.
Skills
Required:
Knowledgeable in the use of legal technology and other related research platforms.
Attention to detail, accuracy in document preparation and review, and strong organizational skills.
Must be strongly proficient in the use of computers (desktop/laptop) and supporting operating system (OS).
Excellent interpersonal skills. Works as part of a team and is highly collaborative.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Must be proactive and accountable. A self-starter with multi-tasking abilities.
Licenses/Certifications Required
Paralegal certification from ABA accredited paralegal program
Licenses/Certifications Preferred
Advanced Paralegal Certification
Required Training
Physical Requirements
Light
Additional Information
General Legal Services Unit:
The position reports to General Counsel or managing attorney of General Legal Services Unit. Under moderate supervision of attorneys, this position is responsible for handling, assisting with and performing essential duties and responsibilities on assigned matters within the Unit including supporting compliance with public agency laws, litigation (creating pleadings, filings, familiarity with government claims, discovery etc.), Form 700s, compliance with conflict of interest, labor and employment laws. The position may also be responsible for providing support on transactional work (vendor contracting and procurement), workplace investigations, records requests subpoenas, and trainings.
Health Care Legal Services:
Position reports to General Counsel or managing attorney for Health Care Legal Services Unit. Under moderate supervision of attorneys, this position is responsible for handling, assisting and providing support on assigned legal matters within the responsibility of the unit. This includes preparing and maintaining documentation pertinent to L.A. Care's Managed Care licensure and ensure timely preparation and submission of all documents required to maintain such licensure. Responsibilities also include under supervision of department attorneys, prepare, review, proofread, compile, and summarize a variety of legal correspondence and documents involving regulatory filings and matters related to the normal functioning of the department or other ongoing administration of existing cases or orders.
Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change.
L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Plans
Medical, Dental and Vision
Wellness Program
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
