Description

We’re seeking a Claims Attorney to join our Claims department. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Claims, this role is part of a collaborative team that includes fellow attorneys, Medical Legal Assistants, and Medical Information Consultants. This is a full-time, hybrid position based at our Brentwood corporate office, with working hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

General Functions

Responsible for supervision and evaluation of assigned medical malpractice and related claims, including establishing and maintaining reserves sufficient to cover potential claim exposure.

Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In partnership with department mentors, responsibilities include: 

•  Review and become familiar with SVMIC medical professional liability insurance policy and pertinent case law and statutes applicable to medical professional liability claims.
• Review selected claim files for training and building knowledge and skills.
• Communicate and collaborate with others in the Company to learn SVMIC’s culture, values and vision along with technical aspects of the position.
•  Communicate with policyholders and others related to claim and risk management concerns or medical legal inquiries during SVMIC business hours and as business needs require. 
• Initially manage minimal but gradually increasing number of files.
• Learn and implement techniques for successful claims handling and documentation.
• Actively seek input from department mentors.
• Establish, investigate, document, reserve, evaluate and resolve professional liability and other claims.
• Prepare select claims for internal review by Claims Management Committee.
• Collaborate with MIS Consultants as needed.
• Communicate and collaborate with retained defense attorneys during the course of investigations, claims and lawsuits. 
•  Evaluate file management, communications and work product of defense attorneys during the defense of claims and litigation.
• Review and process defense firm and other invoices.
• Prepare for and participate in negotiations, including alternative dispute resolution, such as mediations. 
•  May prepare, design, and present internal and external presentations for other departments or policyholders.
• May be requested to write articles as needed for risk education publications and participate in presentations for policyholders. 
•  Explore and potentially obtain certifications or licenses in other jurisdictions if required to manage claims in that jurisdiction.
• Meet or exceed supervisor’s expectations for productivity, quality, continuous improvement, and goal accomplishment.
• Contribute to SVMIC’s success by identifying opportunities and making recommendations that may lead to improved processes.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance required.
• Ability to work remotely as business needs dictate.
• Available to travel by various means (this includes air travel), as business needs dictate.
• Complete special projects and other duties assigned.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Effective interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and recognize when and how to effectively collaborate with others.
• Excellent public speaking and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft  Suite of Products and a variety of software programs.
• Highly focused with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
•  Ability to efficiently manage multiple, complex projects.Ability to research, read, comprehend, analyze, apply, and distill large amounts of complex information into useful tools, presentations, and/or conversations. 

 Professional Essentials 

•  Contribute to a positive, professional, creative, and innovative achievement-oriented work environment that emphasizes SVMIC’s mission, vision, and values.
• As part of our inclusive environment, communicate ideas and needs, makes space for disagreement over ideas and expeditious resolution. 
• Appropriately prioritize multiple/complex tasks and responsibilities; effectively allocate time, optimize work practices and handle interruptions effectively.
• Able to appropriately cope with the occasional stress that comes with interpersonal interactions in a standard office environment.
•  Manage relationships with others in a professional, courteous manner.
•  Receive and utilize constructive criticism to grow and develop professionally.
• Exercise integrity, discretion, and confidentiality when exposed to or interacting with sensitive and proprietary information.
• Stay current with constantly evolving business and technology by seeking out and participating in opportunities to grow technical and professional skills.

Education 

Doctorate Degree (J.D)

Relevant Experience Required

Minimum 2 years of experience in the practice of law.

Licenses and Professional Designation Required

· Valid License to practice in the state of Tennessee

· Valid Driver’s License

· May be required to obtain certification or license in other jurisdictions if required to manage claims in that jurisdiction

Degree of Supervision

None

SVMIC's mission is to protect, support, and advocate for physicians and other healthcare providers. As a mutual company, our vision is to be the premier provider of medical professional liability insurance, education, and support in the markets we serve. SVMIC is owned by its policyholders, and all its activities and strategic priorities focus on achieving its mission and vision. For more information, visit www.svmic.com.  

                                    SVMIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity of all kinds.

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