HR Assistant

HR Generalist / HR Assistant

Prairie Eye & LASIK is seeking a reliable and highly organized HR Generalist / HR Assistant to support the daily functions of our Human Resources department. This position works directly under the Operations Director and plays a key role in assisting with HR processes across our multi-location ophthalmology practice. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting people, staying organized, and contributing to a positive workplace culture in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR function and Operations Director
• Assist with recruitment efforts, including posting jobs, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates
• Support onboarding processes, including preparing new hire paperwork, coordinating orientation, and ensuring completion of required documentation
• Maintain and update employee records in HR systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Assist employees with basic HR-related questions and direct more complex issues to leadership as appropriate
• Help coordinate employee training, compliance requirements, and credentialing documentation (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.)
• Support benefits administration by assisting with enrollments, changes, and employee inquiries
• Assist with payroll preparation by ensuring accurate employee data and time-off tracking
• Help track PTO requests, attendance, and other employee data
• Support performance management processes by assisting with documentation and scheduling
• Assist in maintaining and updating HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook materials
• Help organize employee engagement initiatives, meetings, and internal communications
• Responsible for corporate safety, including drills (fire, tornado)

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of administrative or HR support experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time, Monday–Friday
• May require occasional travel between clinic locations
• Fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare setting

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Health Insurance for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Vision Insurance for full-time employees
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefit Plans offered to full- and part-time employees
• Retirement plan
• Wellness Program
• Free continuing education through our Learning Management System
• Great team to work alongside!
• *Further benefit details listed on total rewards guide