Date Posted:

2025-02-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

Florida - Remote

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence.  With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network.  Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care.  We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

Summary:

The Benefits Specialist provides administrative and logistical support in all areas of the day-to-day operations of group benefit programs, including group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, leave of absence, 401k, wellness, etc..

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares and distributes a variety of high-quality benefit related communication pieces and directly interacts with Company employees (in person, via telephone, or email) answering benefit questions and addresses specific benefit related circumstances. Responsible for oversight of employee medical and personal leaves and interfaces with Company Third Party Administrators.Key participant helping drive the annual open-enrollment periods and managing employee life events that create mid-term changes. Regularly analyzes HRIS data and prepares financial and participant reports for management as well as ensures the data that is needed by Company insurance carries is compiled, transmitted, and received. Ensures the Company benefit policies are current and in compliance with legislative requirements at the Federal and State level.Has a lead role in the administration of the Company’s wellness program and the required employee communications.Key participant in the Company’s annual employee benefit enrollment process and life change events throughout the plan year.  Includes data set-up, scheduling, and monitoring auto file feeds for insurance companies, maintaining benefit related data in the Company’s HRIS, interface with Company insurance brokers, employee, and management training, and providing support and guidance to employees as needed on benefits.Develop, review, modify, implement, and train management and employees on employee policies on various benefit related programs.  Understand how policies are utilized by management to ensure policies are correctly practiced.Should be familiar with and understand the Company’s Summary Plan Description documents and where applicable the key ERISA or state-based requirements that control them.Regularly produce benefit related communications that inform employees of their benefits and the policies and requirements they must follow.  Includes communication and informative emails related to the Company’s wellness program.Continuously evaluate all areas of Company benefits for methods on how to improve existing practices.  Identify any cost-saving and efficiency improvement opportunities and work to implement ideas.Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: FMLA, Company Leave of Absence and disability.Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts.Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

High School diplomaBachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or finance preferred, MBA or master’s degree in human resources a plus

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in human resources or related fieldAt least three (2) years of experience demonstrating progressive HR responsibilities

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

You need to be highly proficient in all aspects of Benefits Administration, be customer service and detail oriented, and be highly proficient in ExcelMinimum of three years’ experience in Benefits Administration, with knowledge of Section 125 regulations, COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA, IRS, and FLSA regulationsMinimum of three years’ experience working in an HRIS system (such as UltiPro, ADP, or Workday)Proficient with Microsoft ExcelAbility to research complex questions and conduct complex analysis of claims, etcCustomer service focused, have a passion for process improvement, be self-motivated and able to work both independently and in a team environmentExcellent communication, analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skillsDetail oriented; demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills, as well as strong data entry skillsAbility to collaborate across various levels of management, departments, and teamsComfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with physician population

VALUES:

Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we doAccountability – Taking responsibility for our actionsCommitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every actionTeam – Working together, one team, one mission

Expectations for all Employees

Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices.  Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination, or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department. 

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SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening.  Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.