Director, Liability Claims

Kindred; Louisville (KY); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care organization seeks a Director of Liability Claims to oversee their claims department. This role involves managing liability claims, developing defense strategies, and advising on internal investigations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in risk management within the health care sector. Responsibilities include negotiating settlements, advising on claims management, and analyzing claims activity.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years risk management or claims management experience, preferably in health care.
• Multi-task oriented with advanced knowledge of regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of professional and general liability claims.
• Develop strategies for claims defense and negotiate claim settlements.
• Advise on handling internal investigations of liability claims.

Skills

Litigation Management

Civil Litigation

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MBA preferred

Job description

ScionHealth provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. ScionHealth will not discriminate or tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants based upon race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military duty, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran's status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Drug Free Workplace.

Job Description - Director, Liability Claims (Remote) (543619)

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Division Vice President, Counsel, Liability Claims, the Director of Liability Claims is responsible for the coordination and administration of the Division's policies for Liability Claims and is responsible for the management of the Liability Claims department.

Essential Functions

• Manages all aspects of professional and general liability claims. Develops strategies to defend the claims, negotiates claim settlements, evaluates the claims worth and works with re-insurance carriers and excess carriers in the management of claims. Attends mediations and trials.
• Advises facility and regional personnel on the handling of internal investigations of professional and general liability claims according to the company's policies and procedures.
• Retains and directs the defense counsel on pre-suits and suits. Compares and evaluates possible courses of conduct when handling claims and determines strategy.
• Suggests settlement recommendations to management. Recommends changes in policies and procedures regarding professional and general liability.
• Assists other Support Center departments and management on liability claims issues affecting them.
• Runs monthly claims reports and analyzes claims activity.
• Assists with the claims-related activities, including development of, and training on, risk management policies and procedures.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of Litigation Management and Civil Litigation.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of long-term care industry.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in related field, MBA preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• None

Experience

• 5-7 years risk management or claims management experience, preferably in health care, personal injury, or product liability fields. A combination of less experience and one of the certifications may qualify.

Louisville, KY or Franklin, TN preferred. Remote.