Careers

About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is a nationally recognized, private, not-for-profit health care organization founded and based in Raleigh, N.C. The largest health system in Wake County, WakeMed exists to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding, compassionate, patient- and family-centered care to all. The 919-bed system comprises a network of facilities throughout the Triangle area, delivering health and wellness services that bring added value to the communities we serve. WakeMed is a leader in cardiac and vascular care, women's and children's services, emergency medicine and trauma care, physical rehabilitation, orthopaedics and neurosciences. Specialty facilities include the WakeMed Heart Center, Children's Hospital, Women's Pavilion and Birthplace, Rehabilitation Hospital, Adult and Children's Emergency Departments and a Level 1 Trauma Center. WakeMed's team of more than 9,400 employees, 2,000 volunteers, 1,300 affiliated physicians, and the more than 300 physicians employed by WakeMed Physician Practices use the most advanced technologies along with the best minds and the biggest hearts to ensure the finest quality in health care and community health. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WakeMed provides an inclusive work environment that
promotes the valuing of differences, respect for people and cooperativeness among our diverse
workforce. WakeMed does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any terms or
conditions of employment. All applicants/employees are considered for employment, transfer,
promotion or training without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity/expression,
genetics, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position Information:
The Litigation Paralegal provides a wide range of legal support to attorneys in the Legal Affairs department. Duties vary from day to day, but typically include organizing and maintaining litigation files; assisting with discovery responses; arranging for witness interviews; communication with outside counsel; preparing correspondence and responses to subpoenas; reviewing powers of attorney, surrogacy, adoption and guardianship documentation; managing the litigation hold process; preparing responses to medical board and nursing board requests; and special projects assigned by attorneys. Key relationships include the Associate General Counsel - Claims and Litigation and the Claims Analyst.

Experience Requirements:
2 Years Related Position Experience Or No Experience Required Required - With Required Licensure/Certification

Education Required:
Associate's Degree Required - And Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Certified/Licensed/Registered in Field of Practice Required In Lieu of Experience

Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:
No Weekends

Call Requirements:
No