Compensation Specialist

Summary

Innovative Renal Care is a dialysis service provider delivering care and solutions for patients with kidney conditions. The Compensation Specialist reviews compensation requests, conducts analyses, develops data-supported recommendations, and advises leaders on pay practices. The role also supports annual compensation cycles, job evaluation, leader education, and compensation projects.

Responsibilities

• Review compensation change requests submitted through UKG, evaluating proposed pay rate changes and all related data
• Conduct holistic compensation analyses, including market data, total compensation, internal equity, and timing relative to merit cycles
• Develop clear, data‑supported compensation recommendations using Excel, market‑pricing tools, and HR systems
• Communicate compensation recommendations to leaders and ensure decisions align with policy, internal equity, and organizational standards
• Escalate complex or unresolved situations to HR leadership when appropriate
• Provide proactive and ongoing education to leaders on compensation practices, pay philosophy, and timing considerations
• Support annual compensation cycles, including merit and bonus processes
• Maintain accurate job descriptions and assist with job evaluation and leveling
• Contribute to compensation projects that enhance consistency, clarity, and process efficiency

Skills

• An equivalent combination of education and experience is welcome
• 2+ years of HR experience
• Exposure to compensation analysis, pay changes, or HR operations
• Strong analytical skills with moderate to advanced Excel proficiency
• Familiarity with HRIS or compensation benchmarking tools
• Ability to communicate effectively with leaders at all levels
• High attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing and interpreting compensation data
• Proactive approach to educating leaders and supporting consistent compensation practices
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• Experience within a healthcare HR department

Qualifications

Must Haves

• an equivalent combination of education and experience is welcome
• 2+ years of HR experience
• Exposure to compensation analysis, pay changes, or HR operations
• Strong analytical skills with moderate to advanced Excel proficiency
• Familiarity with HRIS or compensation benchmarking tools
• Ability to communicate effectively with leaders at all levels
• High attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing and interpreting compensation data
• Proactive approach to educating leaders and supporting consistent compensation practices

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• experience within a healthcare HR department

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Healthcare coverage
• Career growth
• Enhanced PTO; your most recent dialysis experience counts toward PTO accrual
• Remote work arrangement
• A supportive team culture that values innovation, accountability, and compassion