Director, Liability Claims

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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: 

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