Benefits Lead
Benefits Lead
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Job Description
Formed in 2008 and headquartered in Fort Myers Florida with offices in Florida North Carolina and Texas Millennium Healthcare is the largest independent physician group in the state of Florida and one of the largest in the United States. At Millennium Physician Group our employees are the foundation of our success. Our promise is to provide you with the tools to do your job successfully as well as providing a team atmosphere
that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver care to our patients and their families. We also promise to care for you as an individual and help you grow in your role.
Summary
The Benefits Lead is responsible for the operational delivery and administration of the organizations employee benefits programs. This includes health and welfare plans retirement savings leaves of
absence wellness programs and other ancillary benefits. The ideal candidate is both strategic and detail oriented with a deep understanding of compliance vendor management and employee experience.
Responsibilities
Assist with the design implementation communication and administration of benefit plans that align with company goals and employee needs.
Extensive knowledge of state PTO Sick and leave of absence programs including CFRA PDL and FMLA ensuring compliance with complex state regulations and seamless employee support.
Manage timely payment of benefits-related invoices (e.g. insurance premiums vendor services) to ensure uninterrupted employee coverage and maintain positive vendor relationships.
Assist with annual benefits renewal process including plan analysis broker/vendor collaboration budgeting and open enrollment execution.
Oversee day-to-day benefit operations including escalated employee inquiries eligibility issues and complex claims support.
Partner with HRIS/Payroll teams to ensure accurate benefit deductions reporting and system integrations.
Maintain compliance with federal state and local benefits regulations (e.g. ERISA ACA HIPAA COBRA FMLA and state leave laws).
Serve as a liaison for benefits vendors and brokers ensuring service levels are met and contracts are managed effectively.
Lead benefits-related audits and filings (e.g. 5500s nondiscrimination testing ACA reporting).
Drive employee education and engagement around benefit offerings through clear communication tools and resources.
Monitor market trends and analyze benchmarking data to evaluate competitiveness and recommend plan improvements.
Support M&A or organizational change activities related to benefits integration harmonization or transition.
Partner cross-functionally with Legal Finance and Risk on benefit-related matters.
Demonstrate excellent guest service to internal team members and patients.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or a related field; advanced degree or HR certification (CEBS PHR SHRM-CP/SC) a plus.
8-10 years of experience in benefits administration or total rewards including at least 2 years in a lead or managerial role.
In-depth knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations and compliance requirements.
Strong project management and vendor management experience.
Excellent communication skills with a focus on employee experience and service.
Proficiency in HRIS systems (Workday ADP etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working in a high-growth or multi-state organization preferred.
Driven by a passion for correcting legacy issues with a strong track record of identifying and resolving compliance gaps process inefficiencies and past administrative errors to improve accuracy and employee experience.
Proven ability to move quickly and execute in a fast-paced compliance-driven environment.
Data-driven mindset with the ability to use analytics to inform decisions.
Passion for wellness and innovation in employee benefits.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists hands and/or fingers. The worker must have close
visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Ability to lift to 15 lbs. independently not to exceed 50 lbs. without help.
Equal Employment Opportunity
MPG is committed to equal employment opportunities. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment in employment opportunities or practices based on race color sex (including pregnancy) genetic information sexual orientation religion physical or mental disability age military or veteran status marital status familial status national origin or any other legally protected class.
Equal opportunity applies to all areas of the employment relationship including hiring promotions training terminations working conditions pay and other terms and conditions of employment.
Millennium Physician Group (MPG) is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment MPG will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process to perform the essential functions of the position and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment contact
Employment Type
Full-Time
