AVP Medical Malpractice, North American Claims
Farmington, NM - USA
Job Summary
Investigate evaluate and resolve claims made against the Companys medical malpractice business including hospital primary and excess long term care psychiatry and miscellaneous healthcare liability. Engage in collaborative projects in support of other areas of the company including underwriting finance and accounting actuarial operations and technology. Provide superior service to all customers whether internal or external. |
Manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages. Analyze coverage an manage litigation by effectively interacting with insureds brokers defense counsel and other parties as required. Represents Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings including mediations. Work with other areas of the company including underwriting finance and accounting actuarial operations and technology on projects as requested. Prepare claim summaries and other reports as necessary for management. Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers. Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings. |
Job Requirements: | A minimum of 7 years experience handling medical liability insurance claims or related relevant experience. Experience in handling specialty lines claims is preferred. Four-year college degree is required but R.N. or J.D. preferred. Substantial knowledge of issues underlying medical malpractice claims and coverage issues. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Technical writing experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office products. Ability to analyze coverage and instruct and collaborate with counsel regarding litigation strategy and claim resolution and resolve claims and otherwise act within the scope of delegated authority. |
Allied World Assurance Company Holdings Ltd through its subsidiaries is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since are a subsidiary ofFairfax FinancialHoldings Limited and benefit from a strong capital base and a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways.
Our generous benefits package includes: Health Dental and Disability Insurance a company match 401k plan and Group Term Life World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Allied World Assurance Company Holdings assures its clients that everything is well insured. In the US its insurance products include general property/casualty coverage as well as specialty products such as environmental, health care, and professional liability coverage targeted to sm ... View more