Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare jobs in Jackson, MS

Job Summary:

The employee benefits coordinator position assists employees with benefits enrollment and questions, verifies all insurance billing, maintains employee database, and files, and ensures compliance with required benefit notices. Must be able to handle/secure confidential information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None.

· Benefits Coordinator will report to HR Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Administer various employee benefits programs, such as group health, flexible spending accounts, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance, 401(k), and wellness benefits.

· Conduct benefits orientations and explain both benefits of the self-enrollment system and enrollment forms.

· Maintain employee benefits filing systems and ensure benefits changes are entered appropriately in payroll system for payroll deduction.

· Assist employees with health, dental, life and other related benefit claims.

· Verify the calculation of the monthly premium statements for all group insurance policies and maintain statistical data relative to premiums, claims and costs. Resolve administrative problems with the carrier representatives.

· Administer COBRA.

· Review and respond to unemployment claims with appropriate documentation. Review monthly unemployment statements.

· Coordinate workers' compensation claims with third-party administrator. Follow up on claims.

· Assist HR manager in obtaining statistics and information in renewal process of any health, life and retirement plans that benefit the company.

· Prepare and set up meetings designed to help employees obtain information and understand company benefits and other related incentive programs. Ensure distribution of required employee notices.

· Prepare and maintain biweekly employee reports, new-hire and absentee reports. Maintain and update company organizational charts, phone directory and other requested reports as needed.

· Assist HR manager in completing benefits reporting requirements.

· Assist with orientation/onboarding.

· Support all internal and external HR related inquiries or request

· Benefits Coordinator will fill in for the Receptionist and Payroll Coordinator as needed.

· Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

· Able to work a flexible schedule.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in employee benefits administration.

· SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations preferred.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift 15 or more pounds at a time.

· On-site position

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Madison, MS 39110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person