University of Utah Health is seeking an experienced new Associate Director of Risk Management Claims!

This position is responsible for assisting with the direction of the Clinical Risk Management Program, including the functions of risk identification and evaluation, performance improvement to reduce risk and improve patient care systems, litigation support, clinical risk management, claims management, program administration and risk management education, and collaboration with staff, physicians, insurers and legal counsel within the organization.

The Associate Director of Risk Management Claims operates at a System level within University of Utah Health, partnering across the Health System and University Academics (Department leadership and School of Medicine). Additionally, this role is responsible for managing relationships and partnerships with external law firms and entities.

Qualified applicants must have completed:

• Juris Doctorate Education
• 6 years of related experience

Preferred qualifications include:

• Active, licensed membership in good standing (or reciprocity) with the Utah Bar
• Related claims experience within health care environments or organizations
• Certified Professional Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) Certification