Paralegal Job at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

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  • Mayo Clinic
  • Rochester, MN

Job Description

Why Mayo Clinic


Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and  comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Benefits Highlights

  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Paralegal plays a vital role in providing guidance and assistance to voting/consulting staff, allied health staff, attorneys, paraprofessionals, and other parties, both internally and externally, in responding to and resolving legal matters affecting Mayo Clinic. The Paralegal requires effective management of a large and diversified workload, strong decision-making capabilities, a high level of independent judgment, and a profound understanding of the organization and its business needs. Under general direction, the Paralegal completes work at an advanced level, with limited attorney revision. Subject matter areas of support include litigation, business law, employment law and health law.

Specific duties may vary based on departmental and organizational needs and may include, but are not limited to, conducting research and analyzing statutes and regulations, conducting interviews and investigations, leading meetings with internal staff, clients and external parties, collecting and summarizing documentation, organizing legal cases or files, drafting communications and other legal documents, process creation, conflict resolution, and other duties as necessary. Provides direction of work delegated to support staff. Serves on institutional committees and task forces in partnership with legal counsel.

The Paralegal in this position will primarily focus on employment law and immigration matters.  Responsibilities will include responding to inquiries from Human Resources and a diverse group of Mayo Clinic personnel, providing guidance on performance management and corrective action, discrimination and retaliation, personnel file management, employment-related agreements, wage and hour issues, and non-attorney client privilege investigations, and preparation of immigration documentation, including petitions and applications.  The Paralegal will serve as a subject matter expert on H-1B, J-1, TN, and E-3 regulatory concerns.  

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

This position is primarily remote. However, this individual must live within driving distance from our AZ, FL, Rochester, MN, or Eau Claire, WI Mayo Clinic site. 

Cover letter  and  Resume are required for application consideration.

Qualifications

The Paralegal position requires:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal educational program with 3 years relevant legal experience; or
  • Bachelor’s degree and a paralegal certificate from an ABA certified program with 3 years relevant legal experience; or
  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant legal experience; or
  • a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree.

Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of laws, rules and regulations, and its processes. Possess strong problem-solving abilities, work collaboratively with legal staff, patients, consultants, allied health staff, and leadership. Proficiency in the English language, along with excellent writing and communication skills, is essential. Demonstrate exceptional organizational, and interpersonal relationship skills. Ingenuity, creativity, and self-motivation are needed to perform this job. Exhibit significant independent judgment with minimal direction and oversight, as well as excellent decision-making capabilities. Ability to self-direct, work independently, and manage multiple priorities is required in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to compose legal documents and demonstrate persuasion and negotiation skills. Exhibit competence in various technologies relevant to the role. Working knowledge of business, employment, health law and litigation practice areas is preferred.   

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$32.51 - $46.82 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday Business Hours

Weekend Schedule

Not Applicable

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.  Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.


Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer


As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Elizabeth Burke

Job Tags

Full time, Remote job, H1b, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,

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