Payroll & Leave Specialist

Form Health is a virtual obesity medicine clinic delivering multi-disciplinary evidence-based obesity treatment through telemedicine. Obesity impacts more than 40% of the US adult population, and although historically only about 1% of patients received medical treatment for their disease, the field of Obesity Medicine is entering a period of rapid growth. Form Health provides high-quality expert care and leverages technology to enhance the patient experience. All Form Health patients work closely with their care team, which includes board certified physicians, advanced practice professionals and Registered Dietitians. Through our proprietary mobile app patients engage in regular video visits, as well as text messaging, photo journaling, digital data transmission, and customized educational materials. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of clinical care, and to treating every individual with empathy and respect. 

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. We are deeply invested in our core value to put patients first, and also deeply committed to creating a culture where every employee is valued and we learn and improve together. 

About the Role:

We are looking for a Payroll & Leave Specialist who will be responsible for payroll administration, 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.

About You:

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.

Healthcare experience is a plus.

More about Form Health’s 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

Form Health’s commitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment:

Form Health is committed to creating a culture and environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion, while fostering safety and belonging. This extends from our remote patient care to our corporate offices and everywhere in between. We are looking for team members who want to help us further our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts and who share our attitudes for creating an inclusive, safe, and positive work environment. Base Annual Salary $70,000 — $90,000 USD