[Hiring] Payroll & Leave Specialist @Form Health

Role Description

We are looking for a Payroll & Leave Specialist who will be responsible for payroll administration and leave administration. This role bridges People, Finance, and Compliance - ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time, while also helping scale operational processes that support a high-growth healthcare organization.

What You Will Do

• Payroll Administration
  • Process biweekly/semi-monthly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees, including clinicians, hourly staff, and corporate team members.
  • Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefits contributions.
  • Maintain payroll system data integrity and manage updates for new hires, terminations, promotions, and compensation changes.
  • Partner with TriNet and Finance on payroll reporting, reconciliations, and compliance support.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for payroll inquiries, resolving issues promptly and with care.
• Leave Administration
  • Administer all employee leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, state and local leave laws, parental leave, personal leave, and workers' compensation leaves, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company requirements.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, managers, healthcare providers, and third-party leave administrators throughout the leave lifecycle, including intake, documentation review, eligibility determinations, return-to-work planning, and ongoing case management.
  • Partner closely with People Operations, Clinical Leadership, and Legal teams to coordinate pay impacts, benefits continuation, scheduling considerations, and reasonable accommodations while maintaining accurate leave records and ensuring a positive employee experience.
• Compliance & Process Excellence
  • Stay up to date on federal, state, and local payroll/tax laws, particularly in multi-state healthcare employment.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare industry-specific requirements (e.g., credentialing, licensure, and timekeeping standards).
  • Support audits and reporting requirements as needed.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in payroll processing and HR/people operations.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems (specifically TriNet).
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and tax requirements.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-stage company a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity in a high growth start-up.
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• 401k program.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.

Company Description

Form Health is a virtual obesity medicine clinic delivering multi-disciplinary evidence-based obesity treatment through telemedicine. Founded in 2019, Form Health is a venture-backed innovative startup with an experienced clinical and leadership team. Our mission is to empower patients and be leaders in Obesity Medicine driving impact at a national scale.