Human Resources Generalist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Human Resources Generalist will provide a wide range of HR support based on business knowledge and human resources expertise. Responsibilities will include overseeing benefits, leave, payroll and ensuring compliance with Federal, State, Hospital and Joint Commission requirements; participates in identifying and implementing process improvements for HR activity/functions, audit HR and training files for compliance; participate in the placement of agency/contract staff; and other HR related duties and projects as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assists in the management of the day-to-day activities to support HR and other inter-related functions. 
2. Is collaborative in identifying best practices to share with Directors assuring compliance measures are being met.
3. Assists with labor relations issues as appropriate to include disciplinary, counseling and grievance matters.
4. Identifies and implements process improvements to streamline HR functions/activities for efficiency.
5. Employee engagement events to include (Employee of the Month/Quarter, Years to Service, etc)
6. Audits HR Files for compliance with State, Federal, Hospital and Joint Commission Standard and/or requirements
7. Assist with Worker’s Compensation reporting to include OSHA 300 form
8. Manage benefit administration for all insurance plans to include reconciliation of statements for payment
9. Acts as a resource for caregivers, while identifying and working to resolve issues related to hiring, retention, professional development and performance improvement.
10. Provides requested information to employees and leaders regarding HR process, systems, policies, and other related topics.
11. Provides standard policy/procedural information and performs routine problem resolution or referral on matters pertaining to employment, pay and benefits, and employee relations.
12. Facilitates HR training programs for all levels of employees, including training on HRIS.
13. Assists with labor and employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions
14. Updates and performs maintenance on HRIS and other systems as required. 
15. Serves as the Administrator of benefits, authorizing changes to benefits through the Employee HRIS enrollment system.
16. Responds to telephone and/or verbal request regarding employment and benefit issues as appropriate.
17. Responsible for the implementation and compliance of employee benefits defined as employee health, dental, vision, life, supplemental, LTD programs and all other employee related benefits.
18. Payroll processing including, timekeeping, relocation/recruitment compensation, critical shifts, and scheduling.
19. Process FMLA and leave paperwork and ensure compliance with Federal and State Guidelines as directed by the Human Resources Director.
20. Perform other relevant job responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

1. High School Diploma/GED Required. Associates Degree in a Business Related field preferred
2.   aPHR or PHR certification preferred
3. Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written to convey information effectively
4. Strong documentation and organizational skills
5. Detailed orientated
6. Excellent skills with auditing
7.   Excellent relationship building skills, at all levels within the organization

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Two (2) years hospital Human Resources experience highly desired; Administrative experience in a hospital setting may be considered as a substitute for the Human Resources experience