In-House Counsel

About the role

Vivage Beecan is seeking an experienced and strategic In-House Counsel to provide legal guidance and support across a portfolio of skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, and senior care operations. This role serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and facility operators, ensuring compliance with federal and state healthcare regulations while mitigating legal risk and supporting organizational growth. The In-House Counsel will oversee a broad range of legal matters, including healthcare regulatory compliance, labor and employment issues, contract negotiations, litigation management, corporate governance, risk management, and operational support. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the long-term care industry and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

At Vivage Beecan, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents, patients, families, and employees across our network of long-term care and rehabilitation facilities. As In-House Counsel, you will play a critical role in protecting the organization, supporting strategic growth initiatives, promoting regulatory excellence, and helping ensure the highest standards of care throughout our communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel regarding healthcare laws and regulations, including Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, CMS regulations, state licensing requirements, and long-term care compliance standards.
• Advise leadership and facility administrators on regulatory investigations, surveys, audits, and enforcement actions.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting healthcare operations and recommend proactive compliance measures.
• Support the organization's compliance and ethics programs to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of agreements, including: Vendor and service agreements, Managed care contracts, Professional services agreements, Real estate and lease agreements, Business associate agreements, Employment and consulting contracts.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify contractual risks and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Provide legal guidance regarding employment-related matters, including: Employee relations, Workplace investigations, Disciplinary actions, Wage and hour compliance, Leave administration, ADA, F