Associate General Counsel
Covera Health - New York City, NY
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OverviewJoin to apply for the Associate General Counsel role at Covera Health.About The CompanyAt Covera, we're committed to ensuring high-quality healthcare is more than just a promise. That's why we're leading the way in the emerging science of quality, and connecting providers and payers in their shared quest to improve patient outcomes and care quality. By tackling this challenge, we have the ability to impact millions of lives by raising the standard of care nationwide.Our initial focus is radiology, where an early and accurate diagnosis has a profound impact on the rest of a patient's care journey. Through our work, which uses clinically-validated science-based tools, we're helping doctors enhance their care, ensuring patients get the right diagnosis, and enabling the healthcare system to support quality improvement at scale. Through our clinical intelligence platform, we have launched programs that help people access the most effective care and provide doctors with AI-powered quality insights and tools to enhance their care. Today, Covera is partnered with leading employers, payers and healthcare organizations across the US, including Walmart and Microsoft. And, with a pipeline representing over 25% of insured Americans, we are in the early stages of improving care quality for all patients across the globe.About The RoleAt Covera Health, we’re looking for an Associate General Counsel to help shape the legal framework that supports Covera Health’s growth and mission. In this role, you’ll be the second attorney reporting to the CLO, with broad responsibilities negotiating with key partners, working closely with cross functional leaders, guiding product development, and protecting our innovations in AI and data this role, you will be responsible for:Negotiation & Contract Management: Strategically negotiate and manage provider, client, partner, and payor agreements, ensuring Covera’s data security and intellectual property rights are protected in our technology-driven ecosystem.Privacy and Data Security: advise on HIPAA, state consumer privacy laws, and AI regulations, and consult on data security best practicesCompliance Leadership: Develop and implement proactive compliance strategies, policies, procedures and training & education programs that support rapid growth and unique digital health offerings, anticipating regulatory changes and mitigating risks in our fast-paced environment.Regulatory Oversight: Lead our regulatory strategy, including agencies governing healthcare and AI, including the FDA, CMS, AHRQ, state Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) restrictionsScaling: Ability to create and develop templates and processes, streamline and create automationQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school with active U.S. bar membership8+ years of legal experience - a blend of law firm and in-house roles in health tech or digital healthProactive, mission-driven mindset and comfortable in fast-moving, high-impact environments, jumping into new areas of law with little guidanceExceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on strategic thinking and proactive risk managementExpertise in state and federal laws and regulations that impact our business (FDA, CMS, HIPAA)Experience with FDA guidance on SaMD, clinical decision support, and an understanding of state CPOM lawsStrong background in product counseling, with demonstrated ability to influence fast-moving teams with clear, business-aware guidanceDirect experience advising on legal and ethical implications of AI in healthcare or other complex data environmentsExperience negotiating complex deals with multiple stakeholders, including licensing, payor, hospital systems, and client agreementsBenefitsComprehensive medical plans - choose from three plans, including one with 100% of premiums covered for you and your dependentsVision & DentalFlexible Time Off - take the time you need, when you need itCovera Fridays - once a month, Covera takes a fully paid day off to unplug and recharge401(k) Retirement PlanAnnual Professional Development Stipend to invest in courses, books, or any other professional development related activityAnnual Wellness stipend for fitness, mental health or other wellness expensesThe minimum and maximum salary for this position ranges from $240,000 - $270,000, in addition to a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package. Final salary will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, expertise and location.At Covera Health, we strive to build diverse teams that reflect the people we want to empower through our technology. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. Equal Opportunity is the Law, and Covera Health is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. If you have a specific need that requires accommodation, please let a member of the People Team know.Equal Opportunity is the Law. Covera Health is an equal-opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-21