HR Generalist

Pediatrics Northwest; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and vision insurance

Life insurance

Voluntary insurance plans

401(k) plan with employer matching

8 paid holidays per year

4 weeks of PTO in the first year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Pediatrics Northwest, P.S. is seeking a full-time HR Generalist to join our practice in Tacoma, WA. The role supports recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, HRIS management, and compliance within a compassionate pediatric care environment.

On-site in Tacoma with an option to work remotely 1 day per week, this position also coordinates annual Open Enrollment, administers benefits, and serves as a payroll backup. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field (highly preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years HR administrative experience.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems.
• Payroll experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified applicants in collaboration with department leaders.
• Partners with leadership to identify and address workforce needs.
• Supports employee relations initiatives and retention programs.
• Ensures compliance with policies and employment regulations across the organization.
• Performs background checks and onboarding/offboarding processes including COBRA enrollment.
• Manages Leave of Absence (FMLA/state/personal) and communicates with employees/managers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Office administration

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office 365

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Job description

Pediatrics Northwest, P.S. is seeking a full-time HR Generalist to join our practice!

About Us:

As one of the Puget Sound’s leaders in pediatric care for over 40 years, we are dedicated to improving the health of children and families in our communities. We believe patients should expect compassionate, high-quality healthcare, and the latest medical innovations, regardless of financial, ethnic, religious, or social status. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees feel heard, valued, and empowered. Pediatrics Northwest prioritizes work-life balance, teamwork, open communication, accountability, and a shared purpose.

Position Overview:

TheHR Generalistis responsible forthe day-to-day administration and coordination of Human Resources operations. This role supports a broad range of HR functions including recruitment and onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, HRIS management, and compliance.TheHR Generalist plays a key role in ensuring HR processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals, while providing exceptional service and support to employees and leaders.

Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, andfacilitatesthe hiring of qualified applicants for open positions, partnering closely with department leaders to understand position requirements, desired skills, and core competencies.
• Partners with leadership teams toidentifyand address workforce needs, with guidance and oversight from the HR team.
• Provides support on employee relations matters and assists with HR initiatives that support employee development, engagement, and retention.
• Collaborates across departments to ensure compliance with organizational policies and employment regulations, promoting consistency, fairness, and equity throughout the organization.
• Conducts background checks and employee eligibility verification.
• Conducts on-boarding for new employees and off-boarding processes including benefit termination and COBRA enrollment.
• Manages new employee orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Maintains all employee-related files including individual personnel files and records.
• Performs and completes employment verification requests and employee referrals.
• Answers and responds to Unemployment claims.
• Manages, administers and tracks Leave of Absence (FMLA, state, personal, and other leaves) ensuring compliance andtimelycommunication with employees and managers.
• Coordinates andassistswithannual Open Enrollment, including communication materials, systemset-upand employee support.
• Reconciles benefit statements from carriers andfacilitateany necessary adjustments.
• Performs human resources related data analysis and research industry best practices.
• May attend andparticipatein employee disciplinary meetings.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of humanresources,filesand records.
• Maintains employee confidence and protects operations by keeping humanresourcesand payroll information confidential.
• Assistsemployees and leadership with interpretation of HR policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc. and refers more complex questions toappropriate PNWLeadership.
• Assistswith policy development and annual performance review process.
• Assistswith compliance support, as needed, to include but not limited to: ACA compliance, EEO-1 reporting/compliance, OSHAcomplianceand record keeping.
• Prepares a variety of human resources-related reports asrequested.
• Collects timekeeping information and issuing pay and pay-related information to employees.
• Serves asback-up to primary payroll processor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer services skills and must have the ability toestablishand maintain effective relationships with all employees andvendors.
• Must be able to handle highly confidential information with discretion.
• Must have solid office administration skills, be able tomaintainfilesand keep items in a logical and organized manner.
• Mustpossessexcellent oral and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills, and have acuity with detail.
• Must be proficient inlatestversion of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel and Office 365.
• Must have the ability to work well under pressure, handle multipleprioritiesand meet deadlines; must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be able toestablishand maintain professional,productiveand courteous interactionswith PNW employees and providers.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources,businessadministrationor related field - highly preferred.
• Minimum of2yearshuman resources administrative experience.
• Familiarity withHRIS systems.
• Payroll experience is preferred.

Work location:

On-site in Tacoma, WA with option to work remotely 1 day per week. Travel to clinic locations as needed.

Pay:

$71, 508 - $95,264/year. Salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Health and vision insurance -Employee premium covered 100% by Peds NW
• Life insurance
• Voluntary insurance plans
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
• 8 paid holidays per year
• 4 weeks of PTO in the first year (available after 90 days of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

Candidate required to pass background check and drug screen. Pediatrics Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pediatrics Northwest is adhering to Washington State Laws regarding Health Care Professionals and the COVID-19 vaccine and employees must be vaccinated.