Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Life Care Centers of America; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & disability

CEU/licensing reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Mileage stipend

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Port Townsend, WA, is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to manage vendor payments and associate payroll in compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

This full-time role includes benefits administration, data entry, and collaboration with nursing and administration to support patients and staff. Strong MS Word/Excel skills and attention to detail are essential, with prior bookkeeping experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Prior bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record A/P transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Accurately reconcile A/P and payroll statements.
• Process facility payroll accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and verify quarterly payroll reports timely.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs.

Skills

Independent decision making

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

e-mail

Job description

• Vacation, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave beginning on day one
• Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability
• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement
• (Subject to company policy and approval).
• Student Loan Repayment Program (subject to company policy and approval).
• Mileage Stipend
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Wage Range: $26.00 - 31.00

Schedules Available: Days

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Vacation, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave beginning on day one
• Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability
• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement
• (Subject to company policy and approval).
• Student Loan Repayment Program (subject to company policy and approval).
• Mileage Stipend
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles

Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America operates Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:

• Long-term care for residents needing ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary care, including nursing, therapy, and medical teams working together
• A diverse patient population, including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
• (Patient mix may vary slightly by facility.)

Position Summary

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for all data management and processing of vendor payments and associate payroll in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Prior bookkeeping experience preferred
• Data entry experience preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing administration functions in the post-acute care facility
• Ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the administration department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: accounts payable, payroll, business office support, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Record A/P transactions accurately and in a timely manner
• Accurately reconcile A/P and payroll statements
• Process facility payroll accurately and in a timely manner
• Prepare and verify quarterly payroll reports timely
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs

An Equal Opportunity Employer