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Gifthealth · 21 hours ago

Leave & Accommodations Specialist

Columbus,OH,US

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Gifthealth is revolutionizing healthcare by simplifying the management of prescriptions and health services. The Leave & Accommodations Specialist serves as the primary contact for employees navigating leave of absence programs and workplace accommodation requests, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering a supportive employee experience.

Health CarePharmaceuticalSoftware

Responsibilities

Manages end-to-end leave cases, including FMLA, ADA, state-specific leaves, parental leave, military leave, and company-sponsored programs

Reviews and processes leave requests, medical certifications, and return-to-work documentation

Maintains accurate case records and ensures timely communication with employees, managers, and HR partners

Monitors leave timelines, eligibility, and entitlements to ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies

Partners with payroll to ensure accurate pay continuation, benefits deductions, and leave coding

Provides clear, empathetic guidance to employees navigating leave or accommodation needs

Educates leaders on their responsibilities and best practices for supporting employees

Develops and updates employee-facing resources, FAQs, and process documentation

Serves as the primary coordinator for ADA and non-ADA accommodation requests

Facilitates the interactive process between employees, managers, and healthcare providers

Evaluates documentation and recommends reasonable accommodations aligned with business needs

Tracks accommodation plans, renewals, and follow-up assessments

Ensures all leave and accommodation processes comply with FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, state leave laws, and internal policies

Maintains confidential employee records in accordance with legal and organizational standards

Identifies compliance risks and escalate issues when necessary

Partners with HR Business Partners, Benefits, Payroll, Legal, and Safety teams to ensure seamless case management

Supports HR initiatives related to well-being, accessibility, and workforce support programs

Qualification

FMLA administrationADA complianceHRIS experienceLeave management systemsCommunication skillsDiscretionEmpathyOrganizational skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving