Paralegal (Hybrid)

About Physicians Insurance

Physicians Insurance was founded in 1981 under the auspices of the Washington State Medical Association. Physicians believed then, as they do now, that they would get better service and outcomes from a company that they owned, rather than from a giant, national firm with no local presence.

Since then, other insurance carriers have entered and left the market, but Physicians Insurance has remained the stable, committed, and local insurer for physicians, clinics, facilities, and hospitals. For more than 40 years, the company has experienced steady growth and has built a strong financial base by delivering unwavering protection, empathetic expertise, financial strength, and guidance to our Members when they need it most.

Today, Physicians Insurance serves more than 8,500 both in its home region of the Pacific Northwest and across the country, providing MPL coverage, risk-management consulting, continuing medical education, and claims support. The company is rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company*.

Physicians Insurance maintains corporate headquarters in Seattle with remote offices in additional states. We are proud to have a long history of excellent operating results and are dedicated to living our values of expertise, commitment, and putting people first.

*A.M. Best’s ratings are on a scale from A++ (superior) down to D (poor), with even lower ratings for companies under regulatory supervision or in liquidation.

Position Summary:

The Paralegal is primarily responsible for providing high level legal and administrative support to the General Counsel and Legal Department. This position requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, integrity and professionalism in handling confidential information.

Key Functions:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide legal and administrative support to the Legal Department, including managing deadlines, calendaring, and proofreading with high attention to detail
• Provide Board governance support, including preparing and maintaining meeting minutes, meeting materials and coordinating Board meetings
• Arranges for payment of and tracks legal expenses, and processes invoices for the Legal Department
• Ensure efficiency in document management systems and legal processes
• Coordinate the contract management process, including template management, tracking, ensuring execution, and managing all company, affiliate, and subsidiary contracts
• Coordinates litigation filings, calendars litigation dates, manages litigation files, and implements litigation holds with input from outside counsel
• Supports management of trademark registration and maintenance of other Company intellectual property
• Manages and organizes legal files
• Manages producer contracting, including producer licensure verification, entity verification and producer appointment management
• Facilitates and monitors required professional licenses of company employees i.e., producer licenses, claims adjuster licenses, and TPA licenses
• Assists with review of required underwriting communications for compliance with non-renewal, conditional renewal, excess rate applications and debit/credit notification requirements
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the General Counsel

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of professional experience as a paralegal or legal assistant. Experience in healthcare or insurance is preferred.
• Notary Public Certification required
  
• Work in the Seattle office 3 days per week
• Excellent planning and organization, time management and prioritization skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated technical ability to work with Microsoft Office and other systems
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  

The salary range for this position is $66,900 to $100,100. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the position. Starting salary is determined by several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for an annual company bonus at an incentive target level of 5%.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits program, including a generous retirement program and Paid Time Off. Please visit Physicians Insurance - A Mutual Company for detailed benefit descriptions.

At Physicians Insurance, you’ll find an exceptional hybrid work environment, and the opportunity to work for an industry leader whose programs have a positive impact on insurance and healthcare.

OUR PURPOSE

To protect, defend, and support our Members.

OUR VALUES

People-First - we treat everyone with respect and empathy.

Expertise - we strive to be the best at what we do.

Commitment - as a mutual company, we are accountable and dedicated to our Members and to each other.