Leave of Absence Specialist

Leave Of Absence Specialist

The Leave Of Absence Specialist is responsible for overseeing and administering leave requests and accommodations requiring specialized attention, particularly those arising under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), state and local leave laws and short-term or long-term disability plans. The position will also work in conjunction with other areas in the People Solutions Department including PS Operations, Compensation & Benefits, Workers' Compensation, Employee Relations, and Health & Wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Administers sick leave, Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), parental leave, short and long term disability, military (long term), and personal leave of absences.
• Ensures leave programs are administered in a manner that promotes equity across the System
• Completes related actions in Dayforce lifecycle transactions in various mediums as required by established policies, regulations, and laws; evaluates utilization trends from tracking reports and dashboards
• Receives employee inquiries via our Fresh Service system
• Tracks all stages of the leave process
• Documents, audits, and requests required documentation for eligibility or needed updates as required by established policies and procedures
• Communicates with benefits and payroll staff to ensure coordination
• Provides support and coordinates with staff regarding leave of absences and affiliated programs
• Communicates with the people solutions team, employee, third party administrators, and manager throughout the leave process regarding eligibility, approval, low balance, return to work process, and extension
• Develops and generates reports to measure and analyze utilization and other trends
• Assist with Worker's Compensation Claims/process until Injury Counselors are in place. This role will continue to provide support to the Injury Counselors as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Human Resources or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5+ years leave of absence administration experience.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail is essential; must be able to organize, prioritize, multi-task and remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong Customer Service skills a must.
• Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel.

WAG Values

• Leads with respect, integrity & accountability
• Treats others with empathy and respect
• Exemplifies and leads the team to align with WAG values
• Collaborates with the team to focus on solutions
• Finds a way to say yes

Responsibilities and Benefits

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.