General Counsel

Company: Evara Health
Location: Clearwater
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Join Evara Health, where our mission to provide essential, high-quality healthcare services brings life-changing care to communities most in need. With 17 local centers and mobile health units across our network, we offer comprehensive care encompassing primary care, dental, behavioral health, pediatrics, and more. At Evara Health, we are more than just a healthcare provider—we are a mission-driven, team-based organization. Our professionals come for the purpose and stay for the supportive culture and strong, community-focused teams. Embark on a career that fulfills more than just professional goals—it transforms lives every day. About This Role: Executive Legal Leadership: Serve as Evara Health’s chief legal officer, providing executive-level legal guidance across clinical, operational, financial, and administrative functions to support organizational strategy and mission impact. Strategic Advisory & Governance: Act as a primary legal advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors on legal, regulatory, governance, and risk-related matters. Oversee corporate governance activities including Board support, bylaws, policies, and committee structures. Compliance & Risk Management: Lead enterprise-wide legal, compliance, and risk management efforts. Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to mitigate legal and operational risk while reinforcing regulatory adherence. Audit, Investigations & Regulatory Oversight: Manage internal audits, investigations, compliance reviews, and corrective actions. Oversee Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) matters, claims, and related legal issues. Employment & Labor Counsel: Provide legal oversight and guidance on employee relations, labor and employment matters, and organizational policy development. Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Partner with senior leadership and department heads to provide proactive legal, regulatory, and compliance counsel in support of organizational priorities and patient care initiatives. Culture of Integrity & Accountability: Promote a strong culture of compliance, ethics, integrity, and accountability across all departments while ensuring adherence to HIPAA, State, Federal, and accreditation regulations. Education and Experience: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Active Florida State Bar license in good standing Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible legal experience, with significant healthcare law experience Demonstrated experience supporting or advising Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) or similar healthcare organizations Proven expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and employee relations Experience coaching or advising executive and senior leaders on legal and compliance matters Why You'll Love Working Here: Impact: Play a critical role in shaping legal strategy and protecting the integrity of an organization dedicated to expanding healthcare access in underserved communities. Leadership & Influence: Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board, driving governance, compliance, and enterprise-wide risk strategy. Purpose-Driven Work: Align your legal expertise with a mission that improves lives, strengthens communities, and advances equitable healthcare. Professional Fulfillment: Join a collaborative, values-driven organization where your legal leadership directly supports innovation, accountability, and organizational excellence. Culture & Benefits: What sets Evara Health apart is our amazing culture and team spirit. We've set record engagement scores this year, creating an environment where our staff thrives and feels truly valued. We are able to do this through our team-based approach to work, but also in our unique benefit offerings such as: Generous Time Off: 20 days of paid time off with an option to cash out unused day Holidays: 10 paid holidays and an additional day off for your birthday. Wellness Perks: Enjoy a free gym membership to support your health and fitness goals. Retirement Planning: 403(b) with 2% employer contribution up to 4% match Continuing Education: Tuition reimbursement eligibility which includes $1,500 per year. Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-Term Disability extra coverage options. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling, legal & financial advice through EAP Join us, and be part of a team that is truly making a difference. Apply today to step into a career filled with purpose, challenge, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself. This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information about the background screening process, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com. Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

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