Job Details

As a Paralegal - Licensing & Regulatory Services Resource, you will work under the direction of the Director of Licensing and Regulatory Services within our dynamic in-house legal department. Your role will involve providing legal support to our in-house counsel, as well as to home health, hospice, home care, and senior living operations, with a focus on drafting, proofreading, and finalizing healthcare licensing applications, Medicare and Medicaid provider applications, and various other legal documents. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements. The Paralegal - Licensing & Regulatory Services Resource will work closely with internal teams and external regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and facilitate the timely issuance of licenses and certifications.

What You'll Do

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to licensing and certification requirements.
• Application Management: Manage the end-to-end process for obtaining licenses and certifications, including preparing and submitting applications, tracking the process, and following up with regulatory agencies as needed.
• Documentation Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all licensing and certification documentation, including applications, approvals, and renewals.
• Internal/External Coordination: Collaborate with internal departments and agencies to gather necessary information and documentation for license and certification applications. Serve as the primary point of contact for external regulatory agencies and certification bodies, responding to inquiries and providing requested information in a timely manner.
• Renewal Management: Monitor expiration dates for licenses and certifications and initiate renewal processes to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits of licensing and certification processes and documentation to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Training and Support: Provide guidance to agencies and community leaders on licensing and certification requirements and processes.
• Computer Skills: Effectively utilize computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Smartsheet).

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

What We're Looking For

• Associate's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum of one year paralegal/legal assistant experience, preferably in healthcare environment or experience in Medicare or Medicaid provider enrollment or private payer enrollment/credentialing. Prior licensing experience is welcome, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team on projects.
• Positive attitude and desire to comply with the Pennant culture and Core Values: Compassion, Accountability, Passion to Learn, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk-taking, Customer Second, and Ownership.

Compensation: $30-$34/hour

Type: Full Time

Location: Eagle, ID

Why Join Us?

Something else that sets us apart from other companies is the quality of our most valuable resources - our people! We are dedicated to living out our culture as defined by our core values, "CAPLICO":

• Customer Second - We prioritize and support our team so they can deliver exceptional care.
• Accountability - Own your work and outcomes.
• Passion for Learning - Grow continuously with curiosity and culture.
• Love One Another - Build authentic, respectful, and trusting relationships.
• Intelligent Risk Taking - Innovate and challenge the status quo.
• Celebrate - Recognize the small wins, they add up!
• Ownership - Be the CEO of your role.

Additional Benefits:

• True Work-Life balance - We believe in taking care of yourself before you take care of others!
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match)
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and professional development
• Your voice matters! - Work with other passionate and high-achieving leaders who care deeply about patient outcomes and team success.

About Pennant Services

We support over 180 home health, hospice, senior living, and home care operations across 14 states. Our Service Center model empowers local leadership while providing centralized clinical, legal, HR, IT, and compliance support to help ensure high-quality care.

www.pennantgroup.com

Pennant Service Center

1675 E. Riverside Drive, #150

Eagle, ID 83616

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at