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Paralegal Req #: 0000262686

Category:

Legal, Risk and Compliance Status:

Full-Time Shift:

Day Facility:

RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services Department:

General Counsel Office Pay Range:

$83,156.00 - $117,458.00 per year

Location:

95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052

Job Title:

Paralegal Location:

SBC Corporation Department Name:

General Counsel Office Req #: 0000262686

Status:

Salaried Shift:

Day Pay Range:

$83,156.00 - $117,458.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation and Patient Care Services Paralegal to join our Legal Affairs team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive legal support to the AVP & Senior Counsel, Litigation and Patient Care Services and Associate Counsel, Litigation & Patient Care Services, focusing on guardianships, subpoenas, and board matters. Coordinate critical clinical-legal workflows, draft legal documents, and act as a liaison between healthcare providers, social workers, court systems, and internal legal counsel. This role is critical in supporting a high-volume, fast-paced environment within one of New Jersey's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a diverse network of hospitals, medical groups, and affiliates. A typical day as a Paralegal looks like: Draft pleadings: Prepare guardianship petitions, notices, and other legal documents. Review documents and respond to Subpoenas for documents and information, including redacting documents.

Physician coordination:

Work with doctors to secure timely, accurate clinical certifications.

Court liaison:

Follow up directly with Court staff to track case statuses and hearing dates. Long length of stay (LOS) coordination: Distribute weekly updates for LOS meeting.

Subpoena responses:

Assist attorneys in reviewing and responding to subpoenas.

Board matters:

Gather evidence and draft responses for state licensing board inquiries.

Legal Research:

Perform legal research as needed.

Communication:

Communicate with court staff, clients, family, and interested parties in guardianship matters. To be considered for this role you must have: Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program required. Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in a law firm, preferably with guardianship and/or personal injury experience. Experience with drafting pleadings to be submitted to the court and reviewing medical records. Experience with responding to Subpoenas for documentation and/or information. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities from multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment. Hi gh proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. E xperience with document management systems e.g., iManage, DocuSign, etc. A bility to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters. Collaborative and proactive approach.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in litigation and/or working in a law firm environment. Exposure to personal injury and/or guardianships. Wo rking knowledge of AI-enabled legal tools or experience in and/or interest in supporting digital innovation in legal workflows.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ….and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-SK1 At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Internal Apply External Apply