Litigation Manager, Remote in USA

Overview

Who We Are

We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community.

Our Story

We started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care.

We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many 'firsts' in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others.

Our Impact Today

Today, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions.

Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions.

Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day.

Job Summary

Litigation Manager reports to VP/AGC for Litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manages docket of complex medical malpractice and general liability claims for acute hospitals and employed providers

• Oversees all aspects of defense of medical malpractice and general liability insured litigation from incident reports, investigation, notice of claim, suit, discovery, mediation, settlement, arbitration or trial including:

• Investigation and medical analysis - working with hospital administration, risk manager or patient safety manager to collect and review relevant information for claim evaluation including incident reports, medical records, billing records, contracts with co-defendants etc.

• Escalate important incidents to leadership

• Retain and direct counsel as appropriate to defend litigation

• Assist counsel with witness coordination

• Assist counsel with preparation of discovery responses including obtaining responsive documents from the facilities

• Ongoing monitoring of claims and supervision of counsel to ensure appropriate litigation strategy is timely progressing such as timely filing of answers, expert retention, dispositive motions, mediations, trial preparation

• Ongoing case evaluation for reserve adjustment within litigation manager authority and prepare reports to VP/AGC and senior leadership to request additional authority or reserve increase as needed

• Attend mediations as negotiator for organization and trials to monitor and adjust strategy and escalate reports of anticipated outcome

• Prepare reports to insurance carriers as needed

• Regular meetings with VP/AGC for litigation to discuss high risk claims

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree. Clinical degree or Juris Doctor preferred
• Seven plus years of experience to include medical malpractice or healthcare related claims management
• Proficiency in legal case management software and/or claims database systems, court filing portals
• Healthcare and legal expertise such as working knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, healthcare standards of care, regulation, state court litigation procedures
• Possess general research, analytical, and computer skills (intermediate to advanced skills on Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Extensive experience in negotiating and strategy experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and spoken)
• Ability to work independently and possess keen time management and organizational skills
• Strong customer service orientation and meticulous attention to detail required
• Self-motivated, team player, and work well in high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization, including top executives and outside counsel
• Up to 10% travel may be required
• We will run a Motor Vehicle Records check on the final candidate

Compensation

• Base pay: $105,000-$165,000 annually. Compensation depends on location, qualifications, and experience.
• Position may be eligible for an Annual Incentive Plan bonus of 10%-50% depending on role level.
• Management level positions may be eligible for sign-on and relocation bonuses.

Benefits

The following benefits are available, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, AD&D, and life insurance
• Manager Time Off - 20 days per year
• Discretionary 401k match
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.
• Paid sick leave and other leave benefits are provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Organization Description

Careers at Tenet

At Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do.

As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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