Benefits Manager
Benefits Manager
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$ 95000 - 105000
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Job Description
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 wellbeing 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 benefitsrelated 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 catchup contribution enrollment process.
- Supervise the administration of all leaveofabsence 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:
- Bachelors 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).
- SHRMCP certification.
- Experience with UKG or similar HRIS platforms.
Work Schedule:
- Monday Friday
- Hybrid work environment
Salary Range:
- $95000 $105000 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 & LongTerm 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
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
