Shaker Heights, OH – Summer 2017 Legal Internship – University Hospitals (4 positions available)

AkronLawJobs No. 6838  Overview:  University Hospitals Law Department provides advice on a broad array of legal matters involving University Hospitals Health Systems, Inc., including contracting, corporate governance, corporate transactions, healthcare operations, healthcare licensure and accreditation, fraud and abuse compliance, general legal compliance advice, labor and employment, physician credentialing and discipline, intellectual property, IRB issues, education on medico-legal issues, and consultation on bio-ethical issues.  This position is for Summer 2017.

Duties: Will include the opportunity to become directly involved with the broad range of legal matters that affect University Hospitals Health System, Inc. The Law Department’s “small law firm” environment enables an intern to experience a wide range of topics, including, general corporate practice, tax and nonprofit issues, employment law, real estate, health care regulatory matters (e.g. Stark law, Anti-kickback, EMTALA, and HIPAA), hospital policy, patient care issues, and corporate governance.

Qualifications:  Strong research and writing skills are required. Background investigation by the Law Department and approval of Vice President & Deputy General Counsel for Corporate Legal Services also required. Students with a demonstrated interest in health law and with journal and/or clinic experience preferred.

How to apply:  Please submit a resume, writing sample and unofficial transcript to:

Tamara Thompson

Legal Assistant

Corporate Legal Services

University Hospitals Health System, Inc.

4605 Warrensville Center Rd, MSC 9110

Shaker Heights, OH  44122

Deadline:  Ongoing – Up to four positions available for each term