Paralegal

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This job performs paralegal and administrative duties in connection with litigation involvement and cooperation by Ochsner employees, including scheduling, facilitating, and in conjunction with Physician Accounting, invoicing, the litigation appearances requested by Ochsner employed providers.

Attorneys external to, and not engaged by Ochsner, representing either plaintiffs or defendants in civil or criminal litigation periodically call upon Ochsner providers to participate in litigation matters. The Litigation Support Office acts as a representative of Ochsner to provide a seamless and efficient process for litigation participation. The mission of this office is to support our providers as professionals with special training and expertise to meet their ethical obligation of assisting with the administration of justice.

This role collaborates with other office employees and identifies areas of legal learning and sharing of knowledge.

Education

Required -High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

Required -1 yearof legal experience under the supervision of attorneys.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Salesforce and Outlook experience strongly preferred.

• Proven experience in administrative or scheduling roles, preferably within a legal setting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in office software and scheduling tools.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.

• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and team orientation skills and ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to handle confidential material responsibly.

• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Job Duties

• Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.

• Maintain and update the calendar of legal professionals.

• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnel to confirm appointments and gather necessary information.

• Draft and review correspondence on behalf of the department to outside financial institutions, law firms and individuals.

• Distribute notices and reminders for scheduled events.

• Manage consecutively and simultaneous matters and ensure that all scheduling information is accurately recorded and accessible.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Prior experience in a legal environment and familiarity with legal procedures and terminology will assist a candidate in being prioritized. A quick learner who is willing to master these procedures and open to training is also a plus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all inclusive, listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the companies discretion.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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