HR Assistant

United Medical Systems, a provider of medical imaging services, is hiring an HR Assistant to support day-to-day HR operations. The role focuses on payroll support, credentialing, onboarding, and maintaining employee records to keep HR processes accurate, compliant, and efficient.

• Maintain accurate HR files, records, and documentation in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

• Respond to common applicant/employee questions about policies, benefits, and hiring; escalate complex issues to senior HR staff or management.

• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of HR records and data.

• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation, including employment paperwork and benefits enrollment.

• Provide clerical/administrative support including payroll processing assistance and credentialing support.

• Assist payroll functions such as data entry, generating reports, and addressing employee inquiries regarding compensation and benefits.

• Cover the front reception desk as needed and represent HR professionally to visitors and callers.

• Support credentialing for field employees by helping maintain vendor-system compliance and tracking expiring documents.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

• 1–3 years of experience in HR and/or payroll environments.

• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information with tact and professionalism.

• Experience with UKG Ready or similar payroll software preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software tools.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Full-time, non-exempt position.

• On-site role based in Westborough.

• Benefits: medical insurance, dental and vision insurance, fully paid short-term and long-term disability, fully paid basic life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, and personal time.

• Equal opportunity employer.