Healthcare Privacy & Compliance Associate (2-4 Years)

Healthcare Privacy & Compliance Associate (2–4 Years)

Cincinnati, OH | Full-Time | Hybrid

Healthcare, privacy, and technology meet in this role. You'll help hospitals and health systems handle ransomware, HIPAA questions, regulator investigations, and new AI issues, with mentorship from experienced practitioners.

Protem Legal, on behalf of a respected client that advises healthcare organizations on privacy and security, is currently seeking a Healthcare Privacy & Compliance Associate.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Real responsibility and direct client contact at the junior-to-mid level
• Work at the intersection of healthcare, privacy, and emerging technology
• Mentorship from experienced healthcare privacy lawyers
• Open to candidates from litigation, regulatory, or government backgrounds
• Flexible hybrid setup
• Comprehensive benefits

About the Role

You'll advise healthcare clients on privacy and cybersecurity incidents, regulator inquiries, and day-to-day HIPAA compliance. It's a chance to build a practice in a growing field rather than inherit a narrow one.

What You'll Do

• Advise on ransomware, email compromise, and insider-threat incidents
• Coordinate response teams, including forensic and notification vendors
• Assess breaches and counsel on notification duties
• Support clients in HHS Office for Civil Rights and state AG inquiries
• Counsel on HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule compliance
• Run preparedness programs, tabletop exercises, and training

What We're Looking For

• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• A genuine interest in privacy, healthcare, or technology

Helpful Experience

• HIPAA privacy and security experience
• Incident response or cybersecurity counseling
• Healthcare industry clients
• Government, regulatory, or clerkship background
• CIPP/US or a similar certification

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role in Cincinnati, working as part of a team that spans several offices.

Compensation

Salary reflects your experience, with bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits. Pay will be discussed during the interview process and is based on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

If you'd like to build a practice where healthcare meets privacy, apply confidentially through Protem Legal. Have your resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample ready. We'll contact you before anything is shared with the firm.