Merit Personnel & Consulting
Benefits Specialist in Philadelphia, PA
Merit Personnel & Consulting, New York, New York, us, 10261
Hours:
9am-5pm; 8:30am-4:30pm; or 8:00am-4:00pmOVERVIEWWe are looking for a
Benefits Specialist
who specializes in Leaves of Absence and FMLA. Our firm manages most of our leave of absences in-house. This person should have experience coordinating the leave of absence process for multiple states, especially New York, New Jersey, and California. A good understanding of FMLA regulations and completing required medical forms is essential. They should be very organized. On average, we have 35-40 people on leave.RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide support for all U.S. leave of absence requests and workers’ compensation claims.Effectively coordinate all leave requests, including general administration and management for each leave request and compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act and all related state laws.Serve as the subject matter expert for the leave and workers’ compensation programs under the general direction and guidance of the Sr. Benefits Manager.Interpret and administer leave programs and policies in accordance with applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA).Administer all aspects of leaves, provide extensive case management, and coordinate administrative aspects of the requests and claims.Conduct/coordinate investigations into all reported workers’ compensation claims.Coordinate and organize all medical information, ensuring that HIPAA and Employee Privacy guidelines are closely monitored and effectively executed.Ensure that all reportable workers’ compensation claims are submitted to the company’s vendor within 48 business hours from the date of the incident.Manage all administrative aspects of leave and workers’ compensation claims, including tracking hours used/taken and providing Payroll instruction to ensure that the pay for associates is accurate and correct.Work closely with associates to ensure that all relevant completed medical documentation is submitted for timely review.Maintain appropriate contact with all associates on leave and coordinate all aspects of return to work for associates on leave.Produce and manage reporting metrics and analytics for all leave cases and workers’ compensation claims. Present reports as requested.Partner closely with all managers and supervisors on all leave cases and workers’ compensation claims.Meet regularly with Sr. Benefits Manager to review claims’ status and develop strategies for resolution.Administer LTD programs and vendor relationships.Ensure that STD claims are coordinated with FMLA or general medical cases.Coordinate and monitor accommodation requests and work closely with facilities to ensure compliance.Location:
90 Broad Street, Suites 319, New York, NY 10004
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9am-5pm; 8:30am-4:30pm; or 8:00am-4:00pmOVERVIEWWe are looking for a
Benefits Specialist
who specializes in Leaves of Absence and FMLA. Our firm manages most of our leave of absences in-house. This person should have experience coordinating the leave of absence process for multiple states, especially New York, New Jersey, and California. A good understanding of FMLA regulations and completing required medical forms is essential. They should be very organized. On average, we have 35-40 people on leave.RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide support for all U.S. leave of absence requests and workers’ compensation claims.Effectively coordinate all leave requests, including general administration and management for each leave request and compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act and all related state laws.Serve as the subject matter expert for the leave and workers’ compensation programs under the general direction and guidance of the Sr. Benefits Manager.Interpret and administer leave programs and policies in accordance with applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA).Administer all aspects of leaves, provide extensive case management, and coordinate administrative aspects of the requests and claims.Conduct/coordinate investigations into all reported workers’ compensation claims.Coordinate and organize all medical information, ensuring that HIPAA and Employee Privacy guidelines are closely monitored and effectively executed.Ensure that all reportable workers’ compensation claims are submitted to the company’s vendor within 48 business hours from the date of the incident.Manage all administrative aspects of leave and workers’ compensation claims, including tracking hours used/taken and providing Payroll instruction to ensure that the pay for associates is accurate and correct.Work closely with associates to ensure that all relevant completed medical documentation is submitted for timely review.Maintain appropriate contact with all associates on leave and coordinate all aspects of return to work for associates on leave.Produce and manage reporting metrics and analytics for all leave cases and workers’ compensation claims. Present reports as requested.Partner closely with all managers and supervisors on all leave cases and workers’ compensation claims.Meet regularly with Sr. Benefits Manager to review claims’ status and develop strategies for resolution.Administer LTD programs and vendor relationships.Ensure that STD claims are coordinated with FMLA or general medical cases.Coordinate and monitor accommodation requests and work closely with facilities to ensure compliance.Location:
90 Broad Street, Suites 319, New York, NY 10004
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