Claims ManagerClaims Manager - Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom - Kent Community Health NHS Trust

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Main area Legal Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time hours per week (Monday to Friday) Job ref TS
Site Hybrid/Trinity Town Ashford Salary £43,742 - £50,056 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing Today at 23:59 Interview date 15/05/2024

The NHS is changing, more emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Claims & Inquest Manager to join our professional team.
You will be responsible for providing guidance on all aspects of Legal Services .

You'll co-ordinate the management and investigation of claims and potential claims in liaison with NHS Resolution and co-ordinate and manage the preparation and representation of the Trust at Inquests.

This role is an important one as you'll be using your knowledge, experience and expertise to provide legal support to our hard-working frontline NHS teams.

One of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, KCHFT are rated 'outstanding' by the CQC.

We've got a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients and deliver excellent services to improve the health of our communities.

We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you.

Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement without having to sacrifice time for personal interests or family commitments.

Looking for professional development? Our career pathways will help you achieve your aspirations

If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.

Find out more about the community difference here .

Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated.

Claims Management Diploma
Medical terminology awareness
Experience of working in the NHS, local authority, solicitors practice or insurance company handling claims
Experience of defending claims against healthcare providers
Experience of managing an in-house legal team
Experience of working in a similar role for a community healthcare provider
The ability to deliver training and presentations to audience from non-legal backgrounds