Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.   Â
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​As a Paralegal you will perform paralegal duties under the direction of the Paralegal Manager and supervising attorney in specific practice areas. Your duties will include but are not limited to: Â
• Reviewing and analyzing various legal documents. Â
• Drafting routine legal documents under the direct supervision of an attorney or Paralegal Manager. Â
• Compiling information concerning pertinent issues and preparing written summaries, analysis, statistics, charts, and graphs that clearly detail the findings. Â
• Performing legal and factual research. Â
The ideal caregiver is someone who:Â Â
• Has around 5 years or more of experience as a paralegal focused in contracts/negotiations, or otherwise have extensive contract experience in another capacity (specifically vendor contracts, research contracts, material transfer agreements, physician contracts, IT, licensing agreements, and consulting/staffing agreements)
This is a rewarding opportunity that offers growth-oriented projects, mentorship, support, and resources. You will experience great exposure to both the institute and department leadership and have numerous opportunities for career growth.
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At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.Â
Responsibilities:
- Reviews, drafts, and negotiates contracts for approval by attorneys in the Law Department for a variety of transactions that may include but would not be limited to vendor contracts, research contracts, material transfer agreements, physician contracts, information technology, licensing agreements, consulting and staffing agreements.Â
- Ensures that both electronic and hard files are properly maintained and that accurate information is entered in the appropriate databases.Â
- Performs paralegal duties including reviewing and analyzing various legal documents; drafting routine legal documents.
- Compiles information concerning pertinent issues and prepares written summaries, statistics, charts and/or graphs that clearly detail the findings.
- Interacts professionally with internal and external entities, including government agencies, expert witnesses, corporations and law firms to gather information or data.
- Performs legal, factual and legislative research to identify issues.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent certificate of completion from an accredited paralegal program.
Work Experience:
- Entry-level experience in a law firm, health care system or corporate legal department required, 5+ years preferred
- Strong organizational, communication and teamwork skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.Â
- Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.Â
- Ability to operate a computer, audio visual and other office equipment. Â Â Â Â Â
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information, including the ability to deliver training in person and virtually.
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $20.77
Maximum hourly: $31.68
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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