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Highbar Physical Therapy · 13 hours ago

People Operations Specialist

Providence, RI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Highbar Physical Therapy is a leading outpatient physical therapy practice experiencing significant growth across New England. They are seeking a People Operations Specialist to support the full employee lifecycle with a focus on leave management and related employee support processes.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the primary administrator for all employee leave programs, including FMLA, applicable state leave programs, and ADA-related accommodations

Manage the full leave lifecycle, including documentation, vendor coordination, employee and manager guidance, and return-to-work processes

Draft and issue employment-related correspondence such as leave of absence letters, accommodation confirmations, and letters outlining employee status or role changes

Maintain accurate records and ensure timely, clear, and consistent communication related to leave and employment documentation

Support core employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, offboarding, job or status changes, and related HRIS updates

Provide operational support across People Operations workflows, including payroll support, system transactions, and cross-functional coordination

Assist with people-related integrations, transitions, and process alignment as the organization grows

Qualification

Leave managementHRIS platformsHR complianceEmployee lifecycle processesDocumentation managementAttention to detailClear communicationCollaborative mindset

Required

High school diploma or GED required

2 to 5 years of experience in Human Resources or People Operations, including direct responsibility for administering employee leaves (FMLA, state leave programs, and accommodations)

Experience managing the full leave lifecycle, including documentation, coordination, and return-to-work processes

Experience supporting or administering HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate employee data

Working knowledge of employment practices and HR compliance requirements

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive, confidential information with discretion

Sound judgment and comfort navigating complex, process-driven work independently

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness

Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner effectively with managers and cross-functional teams