Director of Liability Claims | Conemaugh Health System

Job title: Director of Liability Claims

Company: Conemaugh Health System

Job description: Success within a company doesn’t just happen. It requires committed teams of talented people who understand and embrace an organization’s goals and work together at the highest level to achieve them. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you’ll work collaboratively with a great group of people to serve Lifepoint’s diversified healthcare delivery network of hospitals and care sites across the nation. We know that providing high-quality care depends on our ability to find, keep and empower creative and determined people who share in our commitment to our mission: Making communities healthier.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Remote: No

Success ProfileWhat do you need to be successful at Lifepoint Health? Here are the top traits we’re looking for:

• Analytical
• Compassionate
• Problem-solver
• Collaborative
• Goal-oriented
• Thoughtful

“I have been with Lifepoint for 3 years and have been fortunate to grow within this great company. I feel valued, I work with amazing colleagues, and I enjoy coming to work every day!” MikeManager, HITS Information SecurityBenefitsCompetitive payWe offer competitive pay for all employees based on the market, role, skill set and experience.Growth opportunities and succession planningOur succession planning initiatives identify an internal bench of top talent and offer development opportunities to prepare them to fill crucial roles in the organization as they become available.Insurance (for eligible employees)We’re committed to you and your family feeling supported and secure – our benefits include medical, eye, prescription, life insurance, and more.Collaborative work environmentWe know that providing high-quality care depends on our ability to find, keep and empower creative and determined people who work together to advance our mission – making communities healthier.Paid time off (for eligible employees)At Lifepoint, we believe in a strong work-life balance and offer competitive paid time off.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)As a Lifepoint employee, you and your family will have access to counseling and relationship support, legal services, financial services and more.Director of Liability ClaimsBrentwood, TennesseeJob ID 7410-7701 Date posted 09/17/2024Save JobDirector of Liability ClaimsÂWho we are:At Lifepoint Health, we provide quality healthcare to rural communities. As a valued member of our team, you will be an integral part of a group working together to elevate Lifepoint’s healthcare delivery network. Our network includes 60+ community hospitals, 60+ rehabilitation/behavioral health hospitals, and 250 additional sites of care across the United States. As an organization, we are dedicated to serving communities nationwide by providing exceptional care. We believe in the power of our talented teams and strive to create environments where employees find purpose and fulfillment.ÂWhat you’ll do:As a Director of Liability Claims, you will be responsible for providing oversight during investigating, as well as directing, overseeing, managing, and resolving liability exposures of owed facilities and employed physicians.ÂÂResponsibilities:

• Responsible for the investigation, evaluation, and resolution of medical professional and general liability claims for assigned Hospitals. Â
• Perform duties to include, but not limited to, assignment of defense counsel, manage the litigation process, negotiate settlements and attend mediations and trials.
• Investigate incidents, claims, and exposures of hospitals and employed physicians.Â
• Manage and provide oversight to the Manager, Liability Claims during the litigation process.
• Evaluate financial exposure, setting financial reserves and reporting upstream when exposures exceed personal authority.
• Evaluate Company’s exposure, set appropriate reserves, and communicate to Senior Director, Liability Claims.
• Maintain a current diary system to review progress of claims and litigation and update file status as the claim matures keeping in mind a plan for resolution.
• Direct Risk Managers and/or defense counsel in claims and litigation as they develop. Â
• Attend Mediations and Trials, providing supporting documentation if needed, representing the Company.Â
• Negotiate and extend settlement authority and resolve claims and suits of up to $200K, both formally in mediations and informally in direct negotiations.
• Review outside counsel’s work product and fees and communicate to any involved parties.Â

What you’ll need:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years with 3 years related risk specific experience.

ÂWhy choose us:As a team member of the Health Support Center, our goal is to support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. Our focus is to attract, retain, and empower a diverse and determined workforce. Our mission statement is at the heart of who we are and what we do: “Making Communities Healthier.” In this shared mission, we believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.ÂBenefits: We offer an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary and benefits. Some of our benefits include 401k, flexible PTO, generous Employee illness benefit (EIB), medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. We believe that happy, healthy people have a passionate engagement with life and work and have designed our package to enhance your wellbeing.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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Location: Brentwood, TN

Job date: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:38:53 GMT

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