Benefits Analyst jobs in Barnstable, MA

Work for One of the World's Best Hospitals!

For Five Consecutive Years, Newsweek named Southcoast Health among the World's Best Hospitals (Charlton Memorial, St. Luke's, and Tobey). In addition, Southcoast Health was voted by readers as South Coast Media Group's Best Place to Work in 2019 and 2020. Why? Because we have some of the most talented people in the world!

We are searching for a HR Services & Benefits Analyst to serve as the primary manager of the ShiftMed account which includes communication coordination, issue resolution, metrics reporting, partnering with Central Staffing team on employee relations issues and validating all ShiftMed candidates prior employment to confirm rehire status. Be a member of the Benefits department to support Southcoast Health employees and the Benefits team. Conduct audits to ensure benefits eligibility and enrollments are accurate in the HRIS and with vendor. Manage and maintain accurate billing/premium collection and processing for benefits when applicable, i.e. leave of absence, waiver of premiums, retirees, and others populations as defined. Conduct arrears reconciliations as needed and ensure accurate balances. Assist with applicable compliance related activities, such as, 403(b) EPCRS, Life Event and dependent supporting documentation verification. Be an effective team member and provide high level and professional customer service support to all interactions (team members, HR, Payroll, Leadership, vendors, employees, etc.)

• Hours: Full Time- 40 hours
• Shift: Day Shift
• Location: St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA
  • Hybrid position, 1 day per week in the office with the Benefits team and as needed for projects. Each quarter onsite for an HR Quarterly meeting. Otherwise remote position.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or the equivalent related education and experience preferred
• Certification in benefits preferred
• Must have excellent skills in providing customer service and problem resolution
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office, i.e. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint are required
• Familiarity with employee benefits related laws and regulations is preferred
• Three (3) years of experience in Human Resources required, with experience in benefits administration and analysis preferred.
• In accepting employment with Southcoast, you understand that you are required to be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Southcoast Health is a community healthcare system with multiple access points, offering an integrated continuum of health services throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. By uniting a single purpose and building an integrated system of services and resources, we have become one of the largest and fastest-growing health systems in Massachusetts.

Together We Are More.

• With more than 7,500 employees, Southcoast Health is the largest employer in Southeastern Mass., and the 18th largest employer in the Commonwealth, according to the Boston Business Journal.
• We strive for a culture of health and well-being that recognizes, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing our employees in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with optimal benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees' lives.

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance*
• Tuition Assistance**
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance*
• Life & AD&D insurance*
• Flexible Spending Accounts*
• 403B Retirement Plan with match
• HealthQuest Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council

*Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours.

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join us to be More than medicine!

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer