| Location | West Orange, NJ |
| Salary | $83,156–$117,458 Per Year |
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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:
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. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Experience with document management systems e.g., iManage, DocuSign, etc. Ability 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. Working 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
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At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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