Benefits Specialist

Position Desired:

Benefits Specialist

Location:

Tampa, FL
Sarasota, FL

Resumé:

Janice Scherwitz, MS, CEBS, GBA, RPA
13821 18th Place East
Bradenton, FL 34212
Phone: 570-686-3558 • Cell 570-493-6091 • Email: janice77@ptd.net

Core Compentencies
Administration of health and welfare plans for large group employers, including medical, dental, disability, life insurance, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, HRA, has
Initiation of benefit office procedures
Implementation of electronic methods of record-keeping
Interpretation of benefit reports for upper management
Enrollment of newly-hired employees and employees experiencing qualifying events
Fosters key relationships with outside vendors
Review of benefit plans to make recommendations for modifications
Extensive knowledge of Federal Laws governing benefits programs including ERISA, COBRA and Health Care Reform Changes
Accurate maintenance of billing for all plans
Education of staff on benefit processes
Assistance with benefit issues
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Products, Open Office.Org Products, ADOBE Professional 9, Now Solutions and Internet
Excellent communication skills

Experience Summary
Crystal Run Healthcare, Benefits Specialist Current
Horizon Family Medical Group, Medical Biller 2002 – 2006
MD-X, Managed Care Auditor 2002
Western Union, Senior Benefits Administrator 1990 – 2001

Education
SUNY- Oneonta – Bachelor of Arts 1982
New School University – Master of Science 1998
Wharton School of Business- Certified Employee
Benefits Specialist 2010

Professional Associations
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
International Society of Certified Employee Benefit Specialists

Email Address:

janice77@ptd.net

Web Site Address: