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Scionhealth

Director, Liability Claims (Remote)

Scionhealth, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201

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Description 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 determine 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

Managerial skills

Proficient computer skills

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:

Qualifications 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.

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