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Why Psychplus?

The current delivery model for mental health care is broken in this country. Psychplus set out on a mission to reimagine how mental health care is delivered to people who need it. Our goal is to provide a digital-first, modern approach to psychiatry and therapy. Headquartered in Houston, TX, we provide care both in-person at our offices across Texas and virtually so our patients can be seen at their convenience.

Through a combination of exceptional medical and psychological care and best-in-class technology, we provide an unparalleled approach that serves our patients needs in an integrated way. Our psychiatrists and therapists are committed to working with those in need, including children, adolescents, and families seeking evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, and treatment services for a range of psychological or adjustment conditions. We provide both comfortable outpatient as well as inpatient settings to help patients meet the challenges they’re feeling.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced healthcare Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to join our executive team and provide strategic leadership in all legal matters. As the CLO, you will be responsible for overseeing the company's legal affairs, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and mitigating legal risks. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our legal strategy, guiding decision-making processes, and safeguarding the company's interests as we continue to innovate and grow in the mental health sector. Please note that previous extensive experience working with physician group practices is required to be considered for this role.

Qualifications

Experience Requirements

Legal Strategy and Compliance:

• Extensive expertise in the healthcare field, covering both clinical practice and healthcare technology
• Develop and implement comprehensive legal strategies aligned with the company's objectives and growth plans.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing mental health technology, data privacy, healthcare, and intellectual property.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess legal risks associated with business operations, products, and services, and implement proactive measures to mitigate such risks.
• Provide guidance on risk management strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address legal challenges effectively.

Contract Negotiation and Management:

• Lead negotiations and drafting of a wide range of contracts, including licensing agreements, partnership agreements, vendor contracts, and employment agreements.
• Review and analyze contractual terms and obligations to protect the company's interests and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Intellectual Property Protection:

• Oversee the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
• Manage intellectual property portfolio, licensing agreements, and infringement disputes in collaboration with external counsel when necessary.

Corporate Governance:

• Advise senior management and the board of directors on corporate governance matters, corporate structure, and regulatory compliance obligations.
• Facilitate board meetings, prepare board materials, and ensure compliance with corporate governance best practices.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution:

• Manage and oversee litigation matters, including disputes, claims, and regulatory investigations.
• Work closely with external counsel to develop litigation strategies, negotiate settlements, and represent the company's interests in legal proceedings.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the bar association.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on technology, healthcare, or related industries. Prior in-house experience preferred.
• Proven track record of providing strategic legal counsel and leadership in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Deep knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to mental health technology, including HIPAA, GDPR, and telemedicine laws.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze complex legal issues, and provide practical solutions to mitigate risks.
• High level of integrity, ethical judgment, and commitment to upholding legal and compliance standards.

Additional Information

The expected base salary for this role will be between $180,000 - $230,000 at the commencement of employment. However, base pay will be determined on an individualized basis and will be impacted by location and years of experience. Further, base pay is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Psychplus Health-sponsored benefits.

So—what do you think?

If you’ve made it this far, well, we’re excited to meet you too. Just one more thing that we want you to remember: we pride ourselves on our meritocratic, performance-driven culture. We are a startup and move at the speed of light. There’s no room for complacency. Your scope of responsibility and opportunity to make a difference will be uncapped at Psychplus, but we need your commitment that you will work tirelessly for our patients, parents, and partners. At the end of day, our team is committed to helping you succeed at Psychplus because when you succeed, our patients succeed, and we get one step closer to solving the mental health crisis. We’re hopeful that this role will give you the experience to go and do whatever you want in life but the fulfillment to make you never want to leave our team. We look forward to solving the mental health crisis, together.

Please be cautious of potential recruitment fraud. If you are interested in exploring opportunities at Psychplus, please go directly to our Careers Page: https://psychplus.com/careers

Psychplus will never ask you to pay a fee or download software as part of the interview process with our company. In addition, Psychplus will not ask for your personal banking information until you have signed an offer of employment and completed onboarding paperwork that is provided by our People Operations team. All communications with Psychplus will only be sent from @psychplus.com email addresses. Legitimate emails will never originate from gmail.com, yahoo.com, or other commercial email services.

At Psychplus, we value being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to cultivate an environment where individuals can be their authentic selves. Being an Equal Opportunity Employer means every member of our team feels as though they are supported and belong. We value diverse perspectives to help us provide accessible and affordable mental healthcare to every one of our patients.

Psychplus applicants are assessed solely on their qualifications for the role, without regard to disability or need for accommodation.