Associate General Counsel

Job description

Founded in 1977 as the Senior Care Action Network, SCAN began with a simple but radical idea: that older adults deserve to stay healthy and independent. That belief was championed by a group of community activists we still honor today as the “12 Angry Seniors.” Their mission continues to guide everything we do. Today, SCAN is a nonprofit health organization serving more than 500,000 people across Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington, with over $8 billion in annual revenue. With nearly five decades of experience, we have built a distinctive, values-driven platform dedicated to improving care for older adults. Our work spans Medicare Advantage, fully integrated care models, primary care, care for the most medically and socially complex populations, and next-generation care delivery models. Across all of this, we are united by a shared commitment: combining compassion with discipline, innovation with stewardship, and growth with integrity. At SCAN, we believe scale should strengthen—not dilute—our mission. We are building the future of care for older adults, grounded in purpose, accountability, and respect for the people and communities we serve. The Associate General Counsel will serve as legal advisor to SCAN Group’s Medicare Advantage plans and integrated care delivery organizations, providing practical, business-minded legal advice. Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, this role is responsible for managing a diverse litigation portfolio, including labor and employment, complex provider, and vendor disputes, as well as support SCAN’s vendor contracting and procurement process. The work is varied and complex, requiring a high degree of discretion, flexibility, and independent judgment, and is done with the highest level of ethics and integrity. The successful candidate is an excellent communicator, an enthusiastic and curious learner, and can work autonomously on a variety of assignments and projects in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The Associate General Counsel should possess a strong drive for excellence, attention to detail, an ability to adapt to change, and a “can do” positive attitude. Extensive experience in complex litigation and dispute resolution is required; prior experience in vendor contracting and a background in managed care or health law is strongly preferred. The position is hybrid, with on-site days twice per week (currently Tuesdays and Wednesdays) at SCAN’s headquarters in Long Beach, California. The Job Manages and provides strategic direction on all phases of litigation, including labor and employment, provider reimbursement, vendor disputes, and general liability disputes. Directly represents SCAN in administrative proceedings and some arbitrations or litigation. Drafts, reviews, advises, and negotiates a broad range of contracts, including vendors, providers (hospital, primary care, specialist, ancillary providers, telehealth, etc.), payors, and grants. Conducts internal investigations into compliance, regulatory, employment, and operational matters, including coordinating fact finding, preparing investigative reports, and partnering with outside counsel on investigations. Performs legal research and provides legal and regulatory counsel on issues relating to health plan and medical group operations, federal and state healthcare laws (e.g., Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA, licensing, scope of practice), PACE programs, Medicare, Medicaid, telehealth, etc. Actively oversees and manages outside counsel, including setting case strategy, reviewing work product, and managing legal spend to ensure cost-effective, high-quality results. Acts independently to provide well-informed and timely legal advice on a variety of complex and sensitive matters. Monitors and researches market and industry trends of interest to the organization in connection with its business activities. Anticipate changes impacting operations, keeps management abreast of developments and recommend preparatory actions. Works collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders throughout the organization to develop and maintain strong relationships with SCAN business units and affiliates. We seek Rebels who are curious about AI and its power to transform how we operate and serve our members. Actively support the achievement of SCAN’s Vision and Goals. Other duties as assigned. Your Qualifications Juris Doctor from a top-tier, ABA-accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar, or eligibility to practice as Registered In-House Counsel (RIHC). Minimum 8 years of relevant legal experience, which may be a combination of top-tier firm and in-house at an established legal department. Substantial civil litigation, including arbitration and administrative proceedings, is required. Ability to directly represent SCAN in administrative hearings and smaller litigation and arbitrations. Experience negotiating, drafting, and interpreting complex vendor contracts preferred. Knowledge of federal and state healthcare law related to managed care, Medicare Advantage, HIPAA, Fraud Waste and Abuse (e.g., Stark, Anti-Kickback Statute) preferred. Strong organizational skills; ability to multitask. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills required. The ability to collaborate as team player and to adapt to change, master new skills, and assume additional responsibilities as needed. Personal and professional demeanor needed to work with all levels of individuals throughout the organization. Practical and business oriented with sound judgment and the ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment. Able to balance competing priorities. Hardworking with a "roll up your sleeves" attitude. The ideal candidate will be flexible, a team player and possess a drive for excellence. Ability to appropriately maintain confidentiality. Mission driven and ethical. What's in it for you? Base Pay Range: $180,000.00 to $280,000.00 annually Work Mode: Hybrid- On-site days twice per week (currently Tuesdays and Wednesdays) at SCAN’s headquarters in Long Beach, California. An annual employee bonus program Robust Wellness Program Generous paid-time-off (PTO) along with 11 paid holidays per year, 1 floating holiday, birthday off, and 2 volunteer days Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match Robust employee recognition program Tuition reimbursement An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day! We're always looking for talented people to join our team! Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply now! At SCAN we believe that it is our business to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects our community through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more. SCAN is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace. Individuals seeking employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required. 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