Senior Claims Representative - The Jacobson Group

Job Description:
A medical professional liability insurance carrier is seeking a Senior Claims Representative to handle a caseload of claims and support the operations of the claims department and the company. The primary responsibilities of the claims representative are to investigate, evaluate and resolve medical professional liability claims brought against the company’s insureds. This position requires handling claims across varied medical specialties that present the greatest severity and complexity in the department. This position reports directly to the vice president of claims in their Connecticut office.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and analyze coverage issues.
• Select defense counsel.
• Coordinate the initial consultation with the insured and defense counsel.
• Retain and consult with defense medical experts.
• Manage litigation by communicating with defense counsel, monitoring legal status reporting and reviewing billing practices.
• Attend depositions of parties and experts, court conferences, mediations, and trials.
• Assist efforts to compile and analyze claims data.
• Attend periodic company functions, including risk management and business development events.
• Provide feedback and support the implementation of corporate initiatives and information technology projects.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience handling casualty insurance claims; complex claims handling or litigation experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years of medical professional liability claims handling experience
• Ability to manage work outside of the office, including depositions, meetings with insureds and defense counsel, court conferences, mediations, and trials
• Claim adjuster’s license in applicable states or ability to obtain one after hire

Benefits:

• Full benefits offered.

Contact:
Erin Gamez
312-884-0485
eshaughnessy@jacobsononline.com