Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Miscellaneous Legal Support Workers

Miscellaneous Legal Support Workers in Healthcare include individuals who provide support to healthcare organizations and professionals in matters related to the law. These workers may include Paralegals, Compliance Specialists, and Legal Secretaries, among others. They assist with legal research, document preparation, and other administrative tasks related to healthcare law and regulations.

Paralegals are responsible for providing legal support to attorneys by conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and assisting with the administration of legal matters related to healthcare organizations. They may also assist in the preparation of legal briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents and assist in the defense of malpractice lawsuits, or other legal actions related to healthcare providers and organizations.

Compliance Specialists are responsible for ensuring that healthcare organizations are in compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines related to healthcare. They may be responsible for monitoring compliance, identifying areas of non-compliance, and implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Legal Secretaries are responsible for providing administrative support to attorneys and other legal staff in healthcare organizations. They may be responsible for maintaining and organizing legal documents, scheduling appointments, and managing communication with clients, other attorneys, and the court.

These workers play an important role in ensuring that healthcare organizations and professionals are in compliance with the law and that their legal rights are protected. They need knowledge and understanding of healthcare laws, regulations and the legal system, they should also be able to organize, analyze, and interpret.