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Benefits Specialist

CareVet, Des Moines, IA, United States


CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on acquiring and managing best-in-class hospitals throughout the United States. We look for veterinary practices that are staples of their community. Whether it’s one hospital or a dozen, we focus on the standard of care delivered, the level of engagement from the team and the record of stability. We are building a network of the top hospitals, doctors and staff.

CareVet’s mission is to provide the very best care for pets. Our holistic approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, veterinarians, patients and community.

The Position The Benefits Specialist will be a trusted contributor of the People & Culture team. Within the team, the Benefits Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and 401(k).

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Administration: Manage day-to-day operations of all benefit programs, including life event changes, enrollments, and terminations

Team Member Support: Serve as point of contact for Team Member inquiries regarding coverage, claims, and vendor issues

Open Enrollment: Assist with annual open enrollment process, including preparing materials and conducting information sessions

Data Accuracy: Maintain, reconcile, and audit benefits data in the HRIS/payroll system and vendor invoices

Leave Management: Assist with the administration of leave of absence programs, including FMLA, short- and long-term disability as well as State leave programs where applicable

Workers’ Compensation: Assist with processing of injury incidents and workers’ compensation claims and ensure proper OSHA regulations are followed

Vendor Relations: Act as a liaison with insurance brokers and carriers to resolve issues

Annual Audit Processes: Assist with annual workers’ compensation and 401k audits

Benefit Invoice Reconciliation: Monthly reconciliation of all benefit invoices

Qualifications & Experience:

2+ years of benefits administration experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Ability to carry out tasks with a very high attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Team player

Knowledge of Paycor, our HRIS software, is beneficial

Competitive base salary and annual bonus

Best-in-class health, vision, and dental insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

401k with match

Free continuing education through our own learning institute

Mental health support with a licensed social worker on staff

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