Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Assistant Director, Professional Liability Risk and Claims
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department	Healthcare Risk & Claims Management
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Assistant Director, Professional Liability Risk and Claims in the Department of Healthcare Risk and Claims Management. Reporting to the Chief Healthcare Risk Officer, this position investigates confidential and complex circumstances which may result (or have resulted) in a liability claim against the University. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Interviews physicians, administrators, attorneys and claimants. Prepares investigative reports following analysis of interviews and medical record review Prompts investigation and identification of cases for early resolution. Assists with preparation of interrogatories and reviews legal pleadings, including motions, in litigated cases Obtains medical evaluations from RBHS’s medical staff, when appropriate. Participates in settlement discussions and arrangements and attends mediations and settlement conferences Conducts the investigation of complex circumstances, claims and lawsuits filed against the University. Actively manages claims and litigation files. Engaged in high level administrative functions of the self-insurance program.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu .
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	08
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	101444.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	128401.000
Annual Maximum Salary	155358.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience claims/risk management/educational experience. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the investigation of Professional and General Liability claims; and/or experience with healthcare risk management.
Certifications/Licenses	Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver’s license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Ability to interact successfully with a broad spectrum of executive, academic and staff personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	The ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
Special Conditions	Clean driving record.

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2852
Posting Open Date	10/20/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement