Health Benefit Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Health Benefits Specialist to assist employees with health benefits and benefits-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will provide health benefit information to employees and explain benefit plans, process enrollments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals with questions regarding health insurance plans, eligibility, and coverage.
• Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Explain medical, dental, vision, prescription, and other employee benefit programs.
• Verify eligibility and maintain accurate benefit records.
• Educate employees on available health benefit options during open enrollment and qualifying life events.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive personal and health information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Respond to phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Stay current on healthcare regulations, insurance policies, and company benefit offerings.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Previous experience in health insurance, employee benefits, human resources preferred.
• Knowledge of health insurance terminology and benefit plans.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and healthcare compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and benefits administration software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to explain complex benefit information in a clear, understandable manner.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Schedule:

• Part-time (4 hours a day/ 3 times a week)
• Flexible schedule