As a legal department, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace in which all Teammates feel that they are treated with respect, are valued for the skills and qualities they contribute and belong. We also believe that diversity extends beyond traditional protected classes to the fullness of lived experiences and backgrounds. Our investment in Diversity & Belonging means that we are better able to harness the wide range of talents and perspectives among our teammates to develop collaborative, creative, and effective solutions to an array of business challenges; but most importantly, because it is simply the right thing to do.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a commitment to excellent collaboration; identify and evaluate project needs, escalating when necessary, proactively communicate and respond promptly to teammate needs;
• Research, analysis and communication of legal facts and concepts;
• Legal research of state and federal laws, regulations and policies;
• Prepare presentations related to same.
• Preparation of written guidance and communications for distribution across the Village;
• Project management and process improvements;
• Self-motivation to find ways to communicate progress across teams and manage complex projects and assignments.
• Daily communication and interaction with legal and operational teammates, compliance, IT and clinical teammates related to assigned business partners;
• Manage communications with state health departments related to facility operational waivers and regulations;
• Research top innovations and regulation insights related to supporting business;
• Preparation and attendance to meetings, as requested;
• Other duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• A.A., A.S., B.A., B.S. Required;
• Paralegal Certificate preferred;
• Proficient understanding of WestLaw;
• Minimum of four (4) years as a paralegal within a Law Firm setting preferred;
• Working knowledge of Fraud, Waste and Abuse Laws (Anti-kickback Statute, False Claims Act)
• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of general business programs such as MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint;
• Superior drafting and editing skills, with attention to detail;
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and adjust priorities appropriately;
• Understanding of database administration knowledge or contain the ability and self-motivation to learn;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in business relationships and exercise sound business judgment (Required);
• Team player with excellent ability to collaborate; and
• Personal values align with DaVita’s values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment, and Fun.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed Diversity & Belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. As such, individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits