McKesson
Lead Counsel, Practice Management
McKesson’s General Counsel Organization (GCO) seeks an accomplished and highly experienced healthcare attorney to serve as Lead Counsel for its practice management business within the Oncology & Multispecialty business of McKesson.
Primary assignment is to support The US Oncology Network (“The Network”), one of the nation’s largest and most influential physician practice management organizations, focused on the recently acquired CORE Ventures business of The Network. The Network comprises over 45 physician practices with more than 1,400 physicians, caring for an estimated 15% of cancer patients in the United States each year. CORE Ventures is the exclusive management services organization (MSO) for Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, an oncology practice with over 270 physicians and 90 locations across Florida.
As Lead Counsel, you will provide strategic legal leadership and expert counsel across all aspects of The Network’s operations, supporting business growth, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in a complex and rapidly evolving healthcare environment, with a focus on supporting the CORE Ventures MSO. You will report to the Managing Chief Counsel, Practice Management, and collaborate with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to advance McKesson’s mission of improving cancer care and driving innovation in oncology practice management.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a principal legal advisor for CORE Ventures and The US Oncology Network, providing sophisticated, solutions-oriented guidance on a broad range of legal, regulatory, and business matters affecting oncology practice management.
Lead and oversee the negotiation, drafting, and review of complex commercial transactions, including strategic partnerships, physician practice arrangements, technology agreements, and data governance initiatives.
Advise on healthcare regulatory issues (Anti‑Kickback Statute, Stark Law, False Claims Act, CMS regulations, state laws), fraud and abuse, privacy, compliance, and licensure matters affecting oncology physician practices.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, ensuring adherence to evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in oncology and specialty care.
Collaborate with operations, technology, compliance, and business teams to support growth initiatives, improve performance, and enhance data‑driven decision‑making for The Network.
Provide leadership and mentorship to attorneys and legal professionals within the Practice Management legal team, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous development.
Engage with senior executives and external stakeholders, representing McKesson, The Network and CORE Ventures in high‑stakes negotiations, regulatory matters, and strategic projects.
Proactively identify emerging legal risks and opportunities, and offer pragmatic, business‑oriented solutions to complex challenges in oncology practice management.
Coordinate with subject matter experts in litigation, labor and employment, IP, data privacy, security, and healthcare fraud and abuse laws as needed.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; member in good standing of a state bar.
Minimum 7+ years of relevant legal experience, with significant expertise in healthcare law, physician practice management, and complex commercial transactions. Large law firm and in‑house experience preferred.
Demonstrated leadership in managing legal matters and advising senior business executives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Deep knowledge of healthcare regulatory frameworks, including federal and state laws governing oncology physician practices, fraud and abuse, privacy, and compliance.
Exceptional commercial contract drafting, negotiation, and strategic problem‑solving skills.
Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility across diverse teams and stakeholders.
Strong business acumen, organizational savvy, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.
Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters, often under pressure and with competing priorities.
Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Location Preference to candidates located near McKesson GCO hubs at The Woodlands, TX; Dallas‑Fort Worth, TX; Atlanta, GA; and Washington, DC or CORE Ventures offices in Southwest Florida (Tampa, St. Petersburg, Ft. Myers); with flexibility to work from home and come into the office only as required for meetings and events.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Retail Pharmacies
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Primary assignment is to support The US Oncology Network (“The Network”), one of the nation’s largest and most influential physician practice management organizations, focused on the recently acquired CORE Ventures business of The Network. The Network comprises over 45 physician practices with more than 1,400 physicians, caring for an estimated 15% of cancer patients in the United States each year. CORE Ventures is the exclusive management services organization (MSO) for Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, an oncology practice with over 270 physicians and 90 locations across Florida.
As Lead Counsel, you will provide strategic legal leadership and expert counsel across all aspects of The Network’s operations, supporting business growth, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in a complex and rapidly evolving healthcare environment, with a focus on supporting the CORE Ventures MSO. You will report to the Managing Chief Counsel, Practice Management, and collaborate with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to advance McKesson’s mission of improving cancer care and driving innovation in oncology practice management.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a principal legal advisor for CORE Ventures and The US Oncology Network, providing sophisticated, solutions-oriented guidance on a broad range of legal, regulatory, and business matters affecting oncology practice management.
Lead and oversee the negotiation, drafting, and review of complex commercial transactions, including strategic partnerships, physician practice arrangements, technology agreements, and data governance initiatives.
Advise on healthcare regulatory issues (Anti‑Kickback Statute, Stark Law, False Claims Act, CMS regulations, state laws), fraud and abuse, privacy, compliance, and licensure matters affecting oncology physician practices.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, ensuring adherence to evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in oncology and specialty care.
Collaborate with operations, technology, compliance, and business teams to support growth initiatives, improve performance, and enhance data‑driven decision‑making for The Network.
Provide leadership and mentorship to attorneys and legal professionals within the Practice Management legal team, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous development.
Engage with senior executives and external stakeholders, representing McKesson, The Network and CORE Ventures in high‑stakes negotiations, regulatory matters, and strategic projects.
Proactively identify emerging legal risks and opportunities, and offer pragmatic, business‑oriented solutions to complex challenges in oncology practice management.
Coordinate with subject matter experts in litigation, labor and employment, IP, data privacy, security, and healthcare fraud and abuse laws as needed.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; member in good standing of a state bar.
Minimum 7+ years of relevant legal experience, with significant expertise in healthcare law, physician practice management, and complex commercial transactions. Large law firm and in‑house experience preferred.
Demonstrated leadership in managing legal matters and advising senior business executives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Deep knowledge of healthcare regulatory frameworks, including federal and state laws governing oncology physician practices, fraud and abuse, privacy, and compliance.
Exceptional commercial contract drafting, negotiation, and strategic problem‑solving skills.
Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility across diverse teams and stakeholders.
Strong business acumen, organizational savvy, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.
Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters, often under pressure and with competing priorities.
Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Location Preference to candidates located near McKesson GCO hubs at The Woodlands, TX; Dallas‑Fort Worth, TX; Atlanta, GA; and Washington, DC or CORE Ventures offices in Southwest Florida (Tampa, St. Petersburg, Ft. Myers); with flexibility to work from home and come into the office only as required for meetings and events.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Retail Pharmacies
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