Litigation Manager

Tenet Healthcare

. Manage a docket of complex medical malpractice and general liability claims for acute hospitals and employed providers .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $105,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex medical malpractice and general liability claims, with a strong focus on litigation strategy, negotiation, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Proficient in legal case management software and possesses a solid understanding of medical procedures and healthcare regulations.

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Medical Malpractice Claims ManagementLegal Case Management Software ProficiencyNegotiation and Strategy ExperienceHealthcare Standards of Care KnowledgeInterpersonal and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Claims ManagementLitigation StrategyIncident Report ReviewDiscovery ResponsesReport PreparationReserve AdjustmentsTrial PreparationExpert RetentionMediation AttendanceCourt Filing Procedures

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCustomer Service OrientationAttention to DetailAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Claims Database SystemsLegal Case Management SoftwareMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ClaimsMedical ProceduresState Court Litigation ProceduresRisk ManagementPatient Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a docket of complex medical malpractice and general liability claims for acute hospitals and employed providers
Oversee insured litigation defense from incident reports and investigation through notice of claim, suit, discovery, mediation, settlement, arbitration, or trial
Work with hospital administration, risk managers, or patient safety managers to collect and review incident reports, medical records, billing records, and co-defendant contracts
Escalate important incidents to leadership
Retain and direct defense counsel
Assist counsel with witness coordination and discovery responses
Monitor claims and supervise counsel to ensure timely litigation strategy, including answers, expert retention, dispositive motions, mediations, and trial preparation
Evaluate cases for reserve adjustments and prepare reports for the VP/AGC and senior leadership
Attend mediations as organizational negotiator and attend trials to monitor and adjust strategy
Prepare reports for insurance carriers
Meet regularly with the VP/AGC for Litigation regarding high-risk claims
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Seven plus years of experience including medical malpractice or healthcare-related claims management
Proficiency in legal case management software and/or claims database systems and court filing portals
Working knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, healthcare standards of care, regulation, and state court litigation procedures
General research, analytical, and computer skills, with intermediate to advanced proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Extensive negotiation and strategy experience
Excellent written and spoken interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently with strong time management and organizational skills
Strong customer service orientation and meticulous attention to detail
Ability to work in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
Ability to interact with individuals at all organizational levels, including top executives and outside counsel
Up to 10% travel may be required
Final candidate subject to a Motor Vehicle Records check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Plan bonus of 10%-50% depending on role level
Potential sign-on and relocation bonuses for management-level positions
Medical, dental, vision, disability, AD&D, and life insurance
Manager Time Off – 20 days per year
Discretionary 401k match
10 paid holidays per year
Health savings accounts
Healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
Pet insurance
Legal insurance
Accident and critical illness insurance
Long term care
Elder & childcare benefits
Auto & home insurance
Paid sick leave and other leave benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws