Benefits Rep

HonorHealth is a non-profit, local community healthcare system serving an area of 1.6 million people in the greater Phoenix area. The network encompasses five acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group, outpatient surgery centers, a cancer care network, clinical research, medical education, a foundation and community services.

The Benefits Rep reviews and administers the employee benefit programs including the enrollment process, maintenance of employee benefit records, and leave of absence program. Serves as the primary contact for both employees and vendors on benefits related matters. Ensures compliance with both COBRA and HIPAA. Works with the third-party administrator (TPA) to resolve any issues that may arise. Advises employees on eligibility and plan provisions, as needed. May coordinate the transfer of 401k funds, coordinates Health Savings Account contributions, processes monthly vendor premiums and processes benefit enrollments. Presents benefits plans, costs and procedures in both group presentations and individual discussions, and represents Benefit Department to all levels of employees and outside agencies. This position acts as a team member of the annual Benefits Fair and open enrollment process.  

The incumbent must work independently with little supervision and rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of latitude is required. 

• Processes employee benefit transactions, status changes, and qualified events into the HRIS system. Performs weekly quality audits for accuracy and completeness. Scans all documents into HRIS system.
• Primary telephone contact for the Benefits department. Consults with employees regarding eligibility, coverage and issue resolution; troubleshoots and resolves routine benefit issues. Gathers all information needed on the more difficult issues to be presented to the supervisor.
• Manages the course of Short Term Disability (STD), Personal, Educational and Family Medical leave of absence. Does so through frequent written and verbal communications with staff members, managers, supervisors and treating physicians, where applicable.
• Notifies TPA of COBRA eligibility upon staff member’s termination. In accordance with the law, works with TPA to ensure appropriate COBRA notices are given to the employee.
• Distributes appropriate benefits information to employees on a timely basis; includes, Summary Plan Description(s), ID Cards, provider directories and other related information, as needed.
• Assists with annual open enrollment, benefit fairs, and communication of new benefits and changes to employees.

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to Robin Ersland: rersland@honorhealth.com

Rewards: 

• Tuition assistance up to $5,250* per year 
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance with domestic partner coverage 
• 403(b) retirement savings plan that provides immediate vesting and dollar-dollar match up to 4% 
• On-site child and elder care centers 
• Employee assistance program 
• Free parking, discounted bus passes, fitness facilities and much more!

*terms and conditions apply

HonorHealth System Overview: 

• Six acute-care hospitals
• Three Level I trauma centers 
• 15 Virginia G. Piper Cancer Care Network locations 
• 12,000 employees
• Medical group with 70+ primary, specialty and urgent care locations
• 500+ ongoing clinical trials and studies at the HonorHealth Research Institute 
• System-wide, fully integrated Epic EMR 

Accolades: 

• Five Magnet® recognized hospitals 
• Four intensive care units that are recipients of the Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses 
• Recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review, 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2019 
• Recognized by Forbes, Best Employers 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 
• All HonorHealth Medical Centers achieved B or higher rating in the spring 2019 The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades 

Learn more and apply online: Jobs.HonorHealth.com

It is the policy of HonorHealth to provide equal opportunity in employment. Selection and employment of applicants will be made on the basis of their qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.