A Hepburn
@ahepburn
Experienced Pharmacy Technician dedicated to patient care and medication access.
What I'm looking for
I am a licensed Pharmacy Technician with over 20 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, including retail, long-term care, and specialty pharmacy. My expertise lies in prescription processing, insurance verification, and ensuring HIPAA-compliant communication with patients. I have a proven track record of reducing delays and improving medication access through proactive service and detailed follow-up.
In my recent role as a Patient Care Coordinator, I managed over 60 patient interactions daily, achieving a 98% call quality rating. I have successfully completed hundreds of prior authorizations and appeals, significantly accelerating medication access for patients. My commitment to patient advocacy and support has been a driving force throughout my career, and I continually seek to enhance the patient experience through effective communication and coordination.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Patient Access Center Agent I
Insight Global
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Managed over 60 patient interactions daily, assisting with scheduling, medication access, and insurance inquiries. Achieved consistent 98% call quality and compliance with HIPAA standards, resolving prescription delays through direct coordination with providers and pharmacy staff.
PA Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health
Nov 2024 - Jun 2025 (7 months)
Reviewed and processed medication prior authorizations across multiple health plans and states. Collaborated effectively with insurance companies and provider offices to resolve complex claim issues quickly.
Remote Patient Care Coordinator
Asembia
Jun 2023 - Dec 2023 (6 months)
Completed over 200 prior authorizations and insurance appeals, significantly accelerating medication access for patients. Researched copay cards, grants, and foundation support to reduce out-of-pocket costs and coordinated prescription fulfillment with specialty pharmacies and providers.
Data Entry Pharmacy Technician
CRE8 Pharmacy
May 2021 - Jun 2023 (2 years 1 month)
Entered and processed over 150 prescriptions daily from handwritten, electronic, and phone orders with high accuracy. Maintained prescription integrity while verifying insurance and medication histories.
Senior Pharmacy Technician (Prior Authorizations)
Optum
Oct 2020 - Feb 2021 (4 months)
Handled over 300 formulary and non-formulary prior authorization requests efficiently. Supported member access by resolving benefit issues and escalating urgent cases to ensure timely medication delivery.
Pharmacy Technician
Various Healthcare Providers
Jan 2000 - Dec 2020 (20 years 11 months)
Managed prescription processing, third-party billing, and insurance resolution across diverse pharmacy settings. Updated EMRs, handled refills, and provided comprehensive customer service and patient support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Coral Gables Senior High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Completed a comprehensive high school curriculum. Focused on foundational academic subjects to prepare for future educational and professional pursuits.
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