Managing compensation and benefits programs that attract, reward, and retain talented healthcare professionals and support staff is the core of this role. This position leads annual compensation cycles, benefits administration, wellness initiatives, and regulatory compliance while partnering with HR leadership to balance market competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and employee well-being. The Manager, Total Rewards provides strategic input on pay structures, market positioning, and program design while overseeing day-to-day benefits operations, vendor management, total rewards analytics, and team leadership.
Responsibilities
Design and manage pay structures for Advanced Care Practitioners, clinical support, and administrative staff to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness
Lead annual compensation cycles, including merit increases, promotions, and market adjustments for all non-physician staff
Act as the primary advisor to hiring managers on competitive offer development and job leveling for specialized clinical roles
Drive market benchmarking to maintain a competitive edge against regional health systems
Direct day-to-day administration of health, welfare, and 401(k) programs across all clinic locations
Execute the Open Enrollment process, focusing on clear communication and seamless system readiness
Develop innovative wellness initiatives that address the unique pressures of the healthcare environment
Manage vendor performance and annual renewals, ensuring cost-effectiveness and high service standards
Ensure rigorous compliance with all healthcare and labor regulations, including HIPAA, ERISA, ACA, and COBRA
Partner with the data analytics team to develop dashboards and reporting that provide leadership with insights into program costs, ROI, and enrollment trends
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the employee experience
Optimize compensation and benefits-related HRIS (UKG) workflows to improve data accuracy
Manage and develop the Benefits and Compensation Analysts, overseeing workload prioritization and quality review
Requirements
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in total rewards, compensation, and benefits administration, preferably in healthcare or a complex, multi-location organization
Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, and administration of market-competitive compensation programs, including base pay and incentive plans
Experience managing comprehensive health and welfare benefits programs, retirement plans, and leave-of-absence administration
Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale, deadline-driven projects, such as Open Enrollment, merit cycles, and vendor transitions
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Proficiency in using HRIS platforms and compensation benchmarking tools to analyze market data and maintain internal equity
Experience using total rewards metrics and financial data to evaluate program effectiveness and guide organizational decisions
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion
Working knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, including FLSA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ACA
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, with advanced expertise in Excel
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
Work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling
Must be able to lift and support weight of 35 pounds
Ability to concentrate on details
Use of computers for long periods of time
Nice to have:
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation
