Overview
Senior Attorney Jobs in Tallahassee, Florida, USA at State of Florida
Position: SENIOR ATTORNEY – 64085575
Requisition No: 845616
Agency:
Department of Health
Working Title:
SENIOR ATTORNEY –
Senior Attorney – Emergency Action Unit (EAU)
Prosecution Services Unit (PSU), Division of Medical Quality Assurance
About PSU:
As the legal enforcement arm of the Division of Medical Quality Assurance, PSU plays a vital role in safeguarding public health. Our Senior Attorneys in the Emergency Action Unit (EAU) are on the front lines, protecting patients by taking swift and decisive action against healthcare professionals who pose an immediate serious danger to public safety. This role is critical for those passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives.
The Mission:
As a Senior Attorney in EAU, you’ll have the opportunity to directly influence the well-being of Floridians by ensuring that unsafe practitioners are quickly removed from practice. In this fast-paced and independent role, you’ll be responsible for handling cases of great public importance, collaborating with investigators, and making decisions that can save lives. Every case you handle has the potential to have an immediate impact on patient safety across the state.
Your work ensures that Florida’s healthcare professionals meet the standards of practice.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Review and prioritize urgent cases to assess if a licensee poses an immediate danger to public health and safety.
Work closely with investigators, law enforcement, and regulatory agencies to gather critical information.
Draft Emergency Orders that restrict or suspend healthcare licenses in cases of immediate risk.
Present cases to healthcare licensing boards’ probable cause panels.
Represent the Department in administrative hearings and circuit courts, working towards fair resolutions that protect the public.
Independently manage litigation, from preparation and discovery to hearings and post-hearing pleadings.
Respond to public records requests and inquiries from attorneys and agencies on active cases.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
At least one year of legal experience.
Where You’ll Work:
2585 Merchants Row Blvd.
Why This Role Matters:
Every action you take in this position has a direct impact on the health and safety of people across the state. This role is perfect for attorneys who are not only passionate about law but driven by a desire to protect and serve the public. You’ll be part of a team that is deeply committed to ensuring that Florida’s healthcare system remains safe and trustworthy.
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
Innovation:
We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
Collaboration:
We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
Accountability:
We perform with integrity & respect.
Responsiveness:
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
Excellence:
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
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Title: Senior Attorney
Company: State of Florida
Location: Tallahassee, Florida, USA
Category: Law/Legal, Healthcare
