VP, Deputy General Counsel – Regulatory

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

. Lead the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare’s enterprise-wide healthcare regulatory program .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeMemphis • Tennessee • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in healthcare regulatory compliance, risk management, and legal counsel, with a strong focus on federal and state healthcare laws, strategic initiatives, and educational program development. Proven ability to lead complex transactions and collaborate with executive leadership and operational teams to ensure compliance and ethical practices.

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Juris DoctorateHealthcare Regulatory CounselFederal And State Healthcare LawsHealthcare TransactionsEnterprise Risk Management

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementLegal ResearchPolicy DevelopmentContract NegotiationStrategic PlanningHealthcare Accreditation StandardsFraud, Waste And Abuse LawsPrivacy And Security RegulationsBusiness Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationConflict ResolutionMotivationIndependent Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Attorney LicenseBoard Of Professional Responsibility

Industry Keywords

Stark LawAnti-Kickback StatuteFalse Claims ActHIPAAEMTALAConditions Of ParticipationMedicare And Medicaid RequirementsCorporate Compliance ObligationsLicensing RequirementsEthical Business Conduct

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare’s enterprise-wide healthcare regulatory program
Proactively identify, avoid, address, and mitigate regulatory-related legal, operational, financial, and reputational risks
Provide risk assessments and legal counsel on state and federal healthcare operations and regulations, fraud, waste and abuse laws, accreditation standards, Conditions of Participation, licensing, privacy, security, and ethical business conduct
Advise executive leadership on healthcare regulatory operations, physician enterprise initiatives, strategic transactions, business development, and enterprise risk management
Partner with business development, physician enterprise, operations, and affiliate leadership on strategic initiatives, provider-related transactions, service-line arrangements, acquisitions, affiliations, and other business arrangements
Monitor and interpret changes in laws, regulations, accreditation standards, enforcement priorities, industry best practices, and government and legislative policies
Assess organizational impact and develop implementation plans, policies, controls, and educational initiatives
Conduct complex legal research and investigations and draft and submit regulatory documents
Develop policies, procedures, governance frameworks, and operational standards promoting compliance, ethical practices, and accountability
Lead legal review and structuring of significant strategic, operational, physician, and business transactions
Advise on marketing, advertising, public communications, patient testimonials, provider endorsements, photography, recordings, and related documentation
Develop and implement system-wide education and best-practice guidance for executives, physicians, leaders, and operational teams
Collaborate with Compliance, Internal Audit, Risk Management, Privacy, Security, Physician Enterprise, Revenue Cycle, and operational leaders
Provide assistance and counsel to colleagues in Legal Services
Provide daily and/or project direction to appropriate staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate in Law
Minimum of ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible experience providing healthcare regulatory counsel, compliance support, risk management guidance, and transactional advice in a healthcare system, physician enterprise, law firm, or related environment
Experience advising executive leadership on complex strategic initiatives
Attorney license through the Board of Professional Responsibility; TN or MS preferred
Thorough knowledge of federal and state healthcare laws and regulations, including Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, HIPAA, EMTALA, Conditions of Participation, Medicare and Medicaid requirements, corporate compliance obligations, accreditation standards, licensing requirements, privacy and security regulations, and ethical business conduct requirements
Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, including major contracts, business plans, and policies and procedures
Ability to communicate with Associates, executives, management, physicians, and, if requested, the Board of Directors
Ability to lead and motivate individuals and groups
Advanced negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to plan and schedule tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow
Skill in developing and implementing long-range plans and programs
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment
Expertise in healthcare transactions, provider-related arrangements, physician enterprise operations, mergers, acquisitions, affiliations, joint ventures, and other strategic business initiatives
Knowledge of enterprise risk management principles and best practices applicable to healthcare organizations
Ability to develop, implement, and oversee programmatic compliance, risk management, and regulatory initiatives across a complex healthcare system
Ability to design and deliver education programs related to regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, healthcare transactions, privacy, billing compliance, and ethical business practices
Ability to interact effectively with government agencies, accreditation organizations, licensing bodies, and external counsel during audits, investigations, surveys, inquiries, and enforcement proceedings
Physical ability to perform activities including climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion
Good balance and coordination
Ability to exert up to 25 lbs. occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. frequently
Close visual acuity for preparing and analyzing data, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer of choice and talent-rich organization where Associates can grow their career
Mission-driven work caring for the community and patients
Family, team, and Power of One culture
Low cost of living in Memphis and the Mid-South