Benefits Manager

Benefits Manager

A career that changes lives.

SightMD is a rapidly growing integrated ophthalmic provider group, extending the reach of exceptional eye care to patients across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. With over 127 eye care providers and the convenience of 60 locations, our commitment to delivering unparalleled services is at the heart of everything we do. As we embark on our mission, we are actively seeking teammates who are eager to contribute to our legacy of eye excellence, a tradition that spans more than 50 years.

Position Summary: As the Benefits Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and managing the benefits strategy for the organization. You will oversee the full spectrum of employee benefits programs, ensuring their alignment with company goals and compliance with regulatory requirements. This includes managing key programs such as health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and other vital employee benefits. You will also lead and manage a team to ensure the smooth and efficient administration of these programs, providing employees with a seamless experience and promoting a culture focused on well-being and satisfaction.

Job Duties & Essential Functions:

• Manage, mentor, and develop staff within the benefits department to ensure effective team performance.
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of all employee benefits programs, including health, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of benefits enrollments in the HRIS, providing vendors with correct eligibility data.
• Distribute benefits enrollment materials and determine employee eligibility.
• Manage employee enrollments with carriers and process life status changes promptly.
• Address benefits-related inquiries and resolve issues from employees and managers regarding plan provisions, enrollments, status changes, and other general concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Oversee and respond to 401(k) inquiries, including enrollments, plan modifications, contribution amounts, and manage the annual catch-up contribution enrollment process.
• Supervise the administration of all leave-of-absence requests and related disability paperwork, including medical, personal, disability, and FMLA.
• Apply expert knowledge of FMLA and ADA regulations to ensure accurate interpretation and compliance concerning leaves of absence and disabilities.
• Provide detailed reports for benefit allocation and billing charges.
• Manage EDI files and perform manual data entry for benefit codes and deductions with precision.
• Assist in payroll processing by supporting various activities related to benefits management.
• Contribute to special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 4 years of experience in benefits administration, with a proven track record of success.
• 1 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities.
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits programs and applicable laws in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with an ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS).
• SHRM-CP certification.
• Experience with UKG or similar HRIS platforms.

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• Hybrid work environment

Salary Range:

• $95,000 – $105,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

We aim to take care of our teammates the same way we take care of our patients.

All SightMD employees receive the following benefits:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Term Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan - 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development Programs

• Eligibility for benefits is based on employment status

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

SightMD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal, state and local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact People Services at peopleservices@sightgrowthpartners.com

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