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Full Time
Day Shift
8:30am - 5pm
Lexington Medical Center Extended Care is the largest extended care facility in North and South Carolina. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals care for residents in a facility fully equipped to meet their physical needs, including a state-of-the-art, 10,000-square-foot rehabilitation center to provide physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy for a variety of conditions, illnesses and injuries. At Lexington Medical Center Extended Care, we provide our residents with the utmost care and concern for their comfort, safety and well-being. Also, in 2019, Lexington Medical Center Extended Care was the recipient of the South Carolina Spirit of Caring Award for improvement in quality of life for the residents in our facility. We invite you to be a part of our ongoing success and join our Lexington Medical Center Extended Care family!
The primary purpose of Human Resources Assistant is to perform assigned administrative duties that serve to support the Human Resources Department and its Director. As HR Assistant, you will report directly to the Director of Human Resources. The Human Resources Assistant will be responsible for the first impression of the organization and ensuring guests and employees have a positive experience, as well as, being responsible for assisting in coordinating the full-cycle recruitment process.
An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or relevant field experience is strongly preferred.
Five or more years of Human Resources related experience may serve as a substitute for the educational requirement.
- Basic knowledge of Human Resources/recruitment concepts and principles.
Must be familiar with all pertinent office equipment, including personal computers, laser printers, copiers, and fax machines.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office 7 and up and other related software necessary to perform duties.
Must be able to lift and move office equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds.
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors and the general public. Exhibit inter-personal skills; must be able to deal with a diverse range of personalities.
Ability to work harmoniously with other staff.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and of good moral character.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Must be able to type a minimum of 50 words per minute, and use a 10-key calculator.
Greet and provide assistance/information to applicants, employees, members of management, residents' family members, agents/vendors, and others.
Direct telephone calls for the department by determining nature of call and, as appropriate, assist caller, transfer call to appropriate individual, or take message.
Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent human resource information in accordance with the Privacy Act and other pertinent laws, as well as established policies and procedures regarding the release of information.
Provide public information (i.e., verification of employment, etc.) via telephone or mail, in accordance with current laws, regulations, and guidelines governing such matters.
Maintain active and inactive human resource files, benefit files, disciplinary files and other appropriate files by updating and filing on a routine basis.
Perform other related duties that may become necessary/appropriate to assure that the facility is in compliance with current laws, regulations, and guidelines concerning the operation of our facility.
Compose/prepare routine correspondence. Type letters, reports, statements, minutes of meetings, agendas, etc., as necessary or requested.
Assemble information packets (new employee orientation, benefits, etc.).
Arrange for meetings, conferences, training sessions, etc., as requested.
Assure that sufficient forms and office supplies are kept on-hand so that under normal circumstances the department may have adequate forms/supplies to function properly.
Prepare mailings, to include printing labels, stuffing envelopes, and processing mail for postage.
May be required to take notes/minutes at certain meetings or proceedings.
Provide general assistance and information to applicants concerning current job openings and other application procedures. Accept applications, ensuring that each application is complete and signed prior to the applicant's departure.
Assist with data input (i.e., pay changes, status changes, etc.) on the ABRA HR/Payroll system as directed.
Prepare and distribute performance appraisal forms to department heads on a monthly basis. Monitor timeliness of appraisals and send late notices to appropriate parties.
Calculate and process merit increases for employees as completed performance appraisals are received.
Compile and prepare employee birthday and anniversary information to distribute throughout the facility.
Assist in the assembling and completion of COBRA.
Provide back-up for certain essential duties normally performed by other human resource employees in the event of an emergency or other necessity. Participate in appropriate cross training to ensure this may occur.
Perform reference and background checks on prospective employees as directed.
Verify nursing licensure with SC State Board of Nursing, nursing assistant certification with ASI (service provider for DHEC), and other licenses for professional positions as required. Conduct verifications with other states as appropriate.
Maintain current records regarding nursing licenses and CNA certifications. Request/accept renewed licenses from staff. Complete and forward paperwork required for renewals of CNA certifications.
Assist in processing benefit enrollment paperwork as well as reviewing benefit provider billings for accuracy.
Assist with making employee badges.
Assist other HR staff as requested.
Performs all other duties as assigned
We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families:
- Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits
- Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.
- Employer paid life insurance - equal to 1x salary
- Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary
- Adoption assistance
- LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan forgiveness
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of LMC to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. LMC strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. LMC endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee's desires and abilities and the hospital's needs.
