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Jupiter Medical Center · 17 hours ago

Benefits Administrator

Jupiter, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. The Benefits Administrator is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs, providing excellent customer service, and designing quality benefits plans.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that present the best value

Design, recommend and implement new benefits programs. Examine possible plan designs and benefits cost changes

Negotiate with vendors and administrators for best plans, options, and rates

Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators

Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums, and plan administration

Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency

Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes

Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees

Coordinate daily benefits processing. Handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, QDROs, QMCSOs, distributions, loans, hardships, and compliance testing

Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll records

Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans

Allocate group health and dental claims monthly and review quarterly

Audit the accuracy and performance of functions performed by benefits staff

Analyze current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs, and identify the company's stance

Perform plan audits. Prepare, collect, and organize data for actuarial assessments. Review data in conjunction with actuarial evaluation task forces

Review both short- and long-range cost estimates/projections and relevant statistical analyses regarding modifications in benefits programs and implementation of new programs

Survey industry trends. Complete benefits surveys and review information obtained from the results. Analyze complex benefits information. Forecast trends and assist with future benefits designs. Develop specific recommendations for review by management

Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs and recommend cost containment strategies, including alternative methods for administration and funding. Prepare budgetary recommendations and assist in the monitoring, verifying, and reconciling of budgeted funds

Provide customer service support to internal and external customers. Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits package

Design and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment, and summary plan descriptions. Provide training and support to group benefits team

Effectively uses and role models current leadership techniques and theories, encouraging the decision-making skills of staff members and providing insight and leadership in complex situations

Ensures that information disseminated to staff is monitored for effectiveness and changed as needed

Understands and enforces hospital and personnel policies and procedures

Serve on hospital and Patient Care Services committees, teams, and work groups as requested

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Benefits administrationHRIS experienceAnalytical skillsRegulationsMicrosoft productsCommunication skillsProject managementTeam leadershipCustomer servicePlanning skillsDiversityInclusionAttention to detailEmotional intelligenceIntegrity

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources, or related field

Minimum of three years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience

Minimum of five (5) years' experience in analysis, design, and implementation of benefit programs

Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing

Must have the ability to effectively present information to all levels of the organization

Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail and the ability to successfully manage multiple competing tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint; experience with HRIS and benefits databases

Project and team management/leadership skills and experience

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment

Effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines

Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs

Ability to understand, evaluate and make judgment on proposals (RFPs)

Knowledge of benefits contract language

Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, OBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirements

Excellent communication and organization skills