Benefits Specialist

Empath Health is currently seeking a Benefits Specialist to join our team.

Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration of the employee health and welfare plans and acts as liaison between employees and benefit vendors. This position resolves benefit-related problems and ensures effective use of plans and positive employee relations.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, analyze, and administer various benefit related vendors
• Support colleagues in responding to benefits inquires by serving as a liaison with benefit vendors and colleagues
• Responsible for monthly benefit invoice reconciliation.
• Monitor/audit benefit related payroll deductions, ensuring accuracy
• Assists in the development and communication of benefit enrollment materials including open enrollment
• Assist in ensuring compliance in accordance within related legislations and all appropriate federal, state and local laws
• Develop and document department procedures
• Participates proactively in improving performance at the individual, departmental and corporate levels.
• Actively sets goals related to the Strategic Challenges and is accountable for meeting goals at annual evaluation.
• Reports to work and meetings at expected times, prepared to work, and adheres to scheduled hours.
• Utilizes work time effectively and completes quality work in prescribed time using appropriate time management skills and resources.
• Provides superior customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Cooperates and functions as a team member within the organization.
• Exhibits flexibility and demonstrates dependability within the organization.
• Demonstrates courtesy and respect when dealing with fellow staff members, volunteers, and customers.
• Demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility and accountability in assigned duties.
• Demonstrates ability to perform in job under stressful situations.
• Exhibits exceptional communications skills.
• Complies with policies, procedures and standard practices.
• Complies with all Federal, State, and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
• Maintains the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues, customers, and other sensitive situations and adheres to all HIPAA policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a four-year college or technical school; or 6 years of Human Resources experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Hospice, Home Health, or Healthcare experience preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable FMLA laws.

• Must have a Valid Florida Drivers License and maintain current auto insurance coverage.
• Maintains highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to operate a facsimile, copy machines, computers and other common office machines, with working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel and other software appropriate to position.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations, as well as documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.

Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!