Posted: 09-Aug-24
Location: La Jolla, California
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 130531
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 06/28/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Greenwich Drive and remote.
The classification and qualifications of this posting have been updated as of 08/07/24.
DESCRIPTION
Involves the development and administration of a systematic program designed to reduce risk and injury. Manages the identification, analysis and assessment of loss potential throughout the facility, identifies legal risks related to professional, employment and comprehensive general liability. Evaluates and advises on trends of professional, employment and comprehensive general liability claims experience to the administrative and medical staff. Makes recommendations concerning professional conduct, standards of care and facility operation to reduce exposure to liability and insurance claims. May represent the organization in litigation and non-litigated matters and coordinates with attorneys, third party administrators and UC Office of the President.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Eleven (11) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus seven (7) years of related experience/training. Related experience: Management of professional liability claims for a healthcare organization, legal experience, and/or risk management.
Broad knowledge of risk management and claims management concepts. Ability to apply knowledge in an acute care setting to improve risk management operations.
Knowledge of medical center, HR, and UC policies and processes. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant risk management industry federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Ability to apply policy knowledge to suggest improvements to risk management compliance and regulatory issues.
Established leadership skills in employee supervision and HR administration to effectively manage, lead, and motivate others. Conflict resolution skills to resolve personnel issues and counsel assigned staff to develop cooperative working relationships.
Proven project management and customer service skills to effectively manage multiple priorities in a complex, challenging environment. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, anticipates and effectively handles change.
Established ability to organize division operations in an efficient and effective manner through improving risk management processes, procedures, and systems.
Skills to collaborate within and across departments / locations to coordinate daily risk management activities and resolve problems. Interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with peers, patients, multidisciplinary team members, senior management, and assigned staff.
Proven analytical abilities and problem solving skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify options for resolution. Demonstrates sound judgement.
Verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate through all mediums and with all groups. Abilities to listen actively, persuade, advise, counsel, and influence all levels of staff.
Advanced user of internal risk management information technology applications. Knowledge of available information technology software in the risk management field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Juris Doctorate.
Experience directly managing defense counsel.
Supervisory or management experience.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $128,800 - $252,200 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $61.69 - $120.79
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).