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Work History
Education
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Vivian Ogu

MedElite
Queens,NY
16
years of professional experience

HR Generalist with five years of startup experience in full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, retention, payroll, and benefits. Results-driven onboarding professional skilled at streamlining processes, enhancing employee experiences, and adapting to fast-paced environments. Proven ability to lead critical staffing transitions, communicate effectively, and foster employee satisfaction, with a goal of growing into an HR Manager role.

Work History

Onboarding Specialist

1 Year 2 Months
MedElite | 06.2025 - Current
  • Managed HR operations and employee onboarding processes, ensuring accurate and timely completion of personnel documentation, employee records, benefits enrollment, direct deposit, and HR system setup.
  • Maintained confidential employee files and verified required documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal HR procedures.
  • Served as a primary point of contact for employees, providing responsive support on benefits, policies, procedures, HR systems, and required documentation.
  • Coordinated employee data and documentation across HR and cross-functional teams, ensuring accurate information was entered and maintained in applicable systems.
  • Streamlined HR workflows and documentation processes, improving efficiency, consistency, and accuracy across employee lifecycle processes.
  • Assisted employees with benefits account setup and enrollment-related processes, answering routine questions and escalating complex issues as needed.
  • Coordinated pre-employment documentation, background checks, screenings, and required records while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.
  • Trained employees on HR and workplace technology systems, ensuring accurate system access and successful completion of required processes.
  • Created and maintained employee-facing resources, onboarding materials, procedures, and documentation to improve service delivery and process consistency.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to identify process gaps, update procedures, and implement improvements to the employee experience.

HR Generalist

2 Years 1 Month
Direct Care Mgmt. DBA CareCollab | 02.2023 - 03.2025
  • Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
  • Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into the workplace culture.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined HR policies and procedures.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes, expediting the hiring of qualified candidates.
  • Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and create strategic recruiting plans.
  • Improved organizational culture with introduction of team-building activities.
  • Advocated for employee wellness programs, contributing to healthier workplace.
  • Resolved employee disputes with empathy and professionalism, maintaining harmonious work environment.
  • Enhanced internal communication strategies, resulting in improved information flow across departments.
  • Analyzed job roles and responsibilities to ensure alignment with organizational goals and employee capabilities.
  • Created job postings and job descriptions for various job boards.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to scheduling candidates for interviews
  • Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
  • Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.

HR Coordinator

8 Months
Valhalla Medics | 06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Facilitated recruitment process by posting over 10 job ads per month, cold calling applications, scheduling interviews, and onboarding hired staff.
  • Ran payroll for office and field staff utilizing ADP, Quickbooks & Zenefits while regularly addressing general payroll-related inquiries.
  • Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
  • Coordinated company training and compiled training reports and communication to support compliance with corporate requirements.
  • Counseled managers and employees regarding company policies, procedures, and workplace issues.
  • Sent notices to employees and contractors regarding expiring documentation.
  • Assisted management staff in annual year-end processes and data audits.

HR Administrative Assistant

2 Years 11 Months
Police Athletic League Inc | 08.2019 - 07.2022
  • Reviewed employee PTO requests and processed vacation/sick balances on weekly basis.
  • Reviewed staff time sheets for accuracy and submitted approved forms to payroll.
  • Recruited, screened, and hired 12 qualified candidates for vacant teaching and administrative roles within five month period.
  • Managed new hire onboarding, training, and paperwork,
  • Prepared monthly, weekly, and daily reports using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.

Contact Tracer

11 Months
United Healthcare Group | 08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Investigated and identified confirmed and suspected COVID cases, and other exposed persons via phone calls, text, e-mail, and other platforms.
  • Provided educational and informational resources regarding isolation policies and quarantine measures.
  • Performed record-keeping by logging client information within secure contact-tracing software.
  • Wrote and distributed informational materials on health risk factors associated with COVID-19 and other community health concerns.

Academic Organizer

7 Months
Bridges To Adelphi | 09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with peers on autism spectrum.
  • Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression, and career options.
  • Assisted with student academic task prioritization and completion by utilizing Google calendar, Task Lists, and Phone alarms.
  • Facilitated Program 4 social events and activities during fall and spring semesters to foster healthy social relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere

Administrative Clerk

1 Year 9 Months
Extra Care Home Care Agency | 04.2010 - 01.2012
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
  • Created welcoming environment for customer by greeting and assisting, as well as quickly responding to customer inquiries and needs.
  • Facilitate HHA examinations
  • Coordinate company meetings and communications
  • Communicated with customers via phone and email to confirm deliveries and respond to inquiries

Education

B.A - Psychology

Adelphi University | Garden City, NY

GPA: 3.5, Dean's list Dean's scholarship

  • Dean Scholarship Recipient
  • InterVarsity Christian Fellowship President
  • Cum Laude Graduate

Skills

HR Operations & Administration
Benefits Administration & Benefits/Payroll Coordination
Payroll Administration & Biweekly Payroll Processing
HRIS & Employee Data Management
Employee Records & Confidential Document Control
Time & Attendance / Timesheet Processing
Payroll & Benefits Data Accuracy
Employment Recordkeeping & Data Integrity
Benefits & Payroll Systems: ADP
ADP Run
Zenefits
Empeon
Payroll & Accounting Systems: QuickBooks
Vendor Coordination & Invoice Processing
Process Documentation
SOPs & Policy Procedures
Employee HR Support & Service Delivery
Compensation
Wages & Salary Administration
Cross-Functional Coordination
Microsoft Office & Google Workspace (G Suite)
HR Systems & Software
Compliance & Confidentiality

Timeline

Onboarding Specialist

MedElite
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

HR Generalist

Direct Care Mgmt. DBA CareCollab
02.2023 - 03.2025Read More

HR Coordinator

Valhalla Medics
06.2022 - 02.2023Read More

Contact Tracer

United Healthcare Group
08.2020 - 07.2021Read More

HR Administrative Assistant

Police Athletic League Inc
08.2019 - 07.2022Read More

Academic Organizer

Bridges To Adelphi
09.2018 - 04.2019Read More

Administrative Clerk

Extra Care Home Care Agency
04.2010 - 01.2012Read More

Adelphi University

B.A from Psychology
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Vivian Ogu