email: acxrz2@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Solid understanding of ACA Legislation and guidelines
Knowledge of Public Health at Federal, State and Local levels
Working knowledge of benefit plan designs including Defined Contribution and QHD plan design
HSA, HRA and FSA plan funding option knowledge
Extensive knowledge in group and individual life and disability insurance
SKILL SET
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently with little guidance
Motivated Self-starter
Organizational skills that allows for multi-tasking to achieve objectives and meeting deadlines
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010, including Word, Excel and Power Point
Strong customer service skills with internal and external customers
Outstanding communication skills with peers, as well as internal and external clients at all levels
License life and health producer with State of Connecticut
WORK HISTORY
INSURANCE CENTER OF NEW ENGLAND Agawam, MA
Benefits Administrator February 2015–Current
Request updated census information for upcoming benefit renewal
Work with vendors to produce customized plan designs for client benefit renewal
Prepare power point presentations for pre-renewal client meetings
Organized open enrollment; preparing benefit packets or instructional online enrollment guidance
Communicate any benefit updates and EAP information throughout the year
Design customized client HR employee intranet website using Zywave software
Assist internal and external employees with disability and FMLA paperwork
New employee Onboarding
Service clients with questions about FMLA, disability, paid time off and qualifying life events
Cobra administration
Case management of individual life insurance policies
METLIFE Bloomfield, CT
Case Manager October 2005-October 2013
Direct contact with Financial Advisors/Brokers with updates on process procedure
Request client medical records using HIPPA laws
Review medical records and lab reports to help determine medical rating of policy
Request additional medical information as requested by underwriter to continue medical review
Order additional medical testing and work with client to ensure that best offer available is provided
Previous Employment
NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL West Hartford, CT
Sales Assistant May 1997-October 2005
EDUCATION & LICENSES
GOODWIN COLLEGE East Hartford, CT
Bachelor of Health Administration, December 2014
Licensed Life and Health Producer, State of CT