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HR and Payroll Assistant

Olympia, United States

Puget Sound Home Health & Hospice is seeking an experienced HR and Payroll Assistant to work on site in our Tumwater, WA office.

Benefits:

$25-$32 an hour, DOE
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan: With company match to help you plan for your future
Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-paid for peace of mind
Flexible Scheduling: Supporting work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Helping you reach your career goals
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support when you need it
Emergency Fund Access: We've got your back in times of need
Voluntary Insurance Options: Customize coverage with supplemental plans
Supportive, Collaborative Team: Be part of a fun and mission-driven culture

HR Assistant Key Responsibilities:

Execute payroll and timekeeping responsibilities
Conduct reference checks and background screenings
Support onboarding and orientation for clinical and administrative staff
Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with HIPAA, DOH, and agency standards
Track licenses, credentials, and training deadlines
Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures
Help organize employee engagement initiatives or compliance training
Maintain HRIS system (Workday) and filing accuracy (digital and paper)
Prepare reports or summaries for audits or internal tracking

Qualifications – Human Resources and Payroll Assistant

Education: High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience: Background in HR, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Communication: Strong verbal and written skills; able to work with diverse groups.
Knowledge: Familiar with employment laws and healthcare compliance requirements.
Tech: Experienced with Microsoft Office; Workday, HCHB (preferred but not required).
Personality: Empathetic, dependable, detail-oriented, and a team player.
Reliable: Able to work 5 days a week in office with occasional travel to our Tacoma and Woodinville offices for training, meetings, etc.

Our field-based team of skilled clinicians provides life-changing services to patients in their own homes. We pride ourselves on our quality of care and ethical business practices as well as our foundational Core Values of CAPLICO: