Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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A'laya Payne

Hammond,LA

Summary

Experienced Pharmacy Technician with 5+ years in diverse pharmaceutical settings, specializing in medication access, processing insurance claims, and advocating for patients. Proficient in navigating pharmacy systems, communicating information clearly with insurance providers, and physician offices, and coordinating prior authorizations to ensure timely patient access to medications. Adept at identifying cost-saving opportunities through manufacturing strategies or financial support programs. Dedicated to enhancing patient adherence and optimizing pharmacy workflow through strategic problem-solving and effective communication.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4034
4034
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Support Advocate

Shields Health Solutions
Hammond, DE
09.2025 - Current

• Directly communicate with insurance companies to facilitate the approval of medications.

• Navigate pharmacy operating systems to input data, perform adjudication on test claims and prepare action plans for follow-up.

• Effectively communicate across databases, electronic medical records and emails to document patient concerns, prior authorization status, and financial assistance needs.

• Review prescriptions with doctors' offices to ensure optimal care of the patient.

• Keep complete and accurate records of patient communications.

• Assist patients in the management of their pharmacy insurance claims.

• Work closely with pharmacists and pharmacy liaisons to provide an integrated approach quality patient care.

• Communicate directly with patients over the phone to assist them in all aspects of medication compliance.

Research and investigate information to enable strategic decision-making by others.

• Manage, organize, and update relevant data using database applications.

• Apply observations and recommendations to operational issues, increased productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.

• Identify trends, resolve problems; recommend improvements; implement change.

• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives.

• Act as a value-added business partner to stakeholders throughout the organization.

• Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential.

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

North Oaks Clinic Pharmacy
Hammond, LA
10.2023 - 08.2025
  • Facilitated insurance verification and processed third-party claims to ensure efficient prescription access.
  • Reviewed and resolved prior authorization requirements with insurers and prescribers to support patients.
  • Documented communications in pharmacy systems, escalating high-cost medication issues to pharmacists.
  • Advised patients on copay options and formulary alternatives for enhanced medication management.
  • Interpreted and processed medication orders under pharmacist supervision to ensure accuracy.
  • Participated in pharmacy inventory management, tracking expiration dates and removing outdated medications.
  • Compiled customer demographic data, allergy information, and medical history for comprehensive patient profiles.
  • Received written prescription or refill requests, verifying completeness and accuracy of submitted information.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Ochsner Pharmacy and Wellness
Covington, LA
04.2022 - 10.2023
  • Processed an average of 400 prescriptions daily with 98% accuracy.
  • Verified order accuracy prior to deliveries to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted with technology troubleshooting and system updates for efficient claim resolution.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of claim statuses and patient outreach efforts.
  • Communicated shipment status updates effectively to customers to enhance transparency.
  • Provided empathetic phone support to patients regarding medication delays and financial options.
  • Collaborated directly with physicians and insurance providers to resolve cost discrepancies.
  • Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Hometown Pharmacy
Springfield, LA
03.2019 - 05.2019
  • Processed payments for prescriptions and addressed insurance-related inquiries efficiently.
  • Provided administrative support through phone triage, data entry, and patient file updates.
  • Assisted customers with over-the-counter recommendations and scheduling prescription refills.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work environment by promptly cleaning spills and disposing of waste.

Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Walgreens
Mandeville, LA
09.2017 - 03.2018
  • Facilitated front-end assistance by addressing patient inquiries about medications and pharmacy products.
  • Supported prescription pickups while ensuring accuracy of patient data.
  • Executed point-of-sale transactions efficiently with cash registers.
  • Conducted data entry in pharmacy software for prescriptions and patient profiles.
  • Verified patient demographics and insurance information to confirm accuracy of prior authorization requests.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy

Delta College
Covington

High School Diploma -

Hammond High Magnet School
Hammond

Skills

  • Prior authorization processing
  • Claims adjudication and resolution
  • CMR system proficiency (Epic, PioneerRx, CoverMyMeds, RxBenefits)
  • ICD coding
  • Patient financial assistance coordination
  • EMR documentation
  • Drug utilization review
  • Multi-line phone support
  • Provider and payer communication
  • FDA and HIPAA compliance
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • Participated in Relay for Life to raise awareness, funds for cancer research, and patient support services.
  • Supported medication adherence programs by assembling blister packs aligned with patient specific schedule and pharmacy protocols
  • Manage prior authorizations submissions and follow-ups for high cost or specialty medications, reducing approval turnaround time.

Accomplishments

  • Contributed to the successful fulfillment of over 1 million prescription mail orders, supporting high-volume operations by verifying insurance coverage, initiating prior authorizations, and updating patients in EPIC.
  • Recognize for contributing a significant increase in prescription fills by expediting insurance approvals and resolving prior authorization barriers; leading to faster patient access to therapy and improved pharmacy performance
  • Received positive patient and leader feedback for strong work ethic, attention detail, and commitment to quality care.

Certification

CPT.014914

Timeline

Patient Support Advocate

Shields Health Solutions
09.2025 - Current

Certified Pharmacy Technician

North Oaks Clinic Pharmacy
10.2023 - 08.2025

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Ochsner Pharmacy and Wellness
04.2022 - 10.2023

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Hometown Pharmacy
03.2019 - 05.2019

Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Walgreens
09.2017 - 03.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy

Delta College

High School Diploma -

Hammond High Magnet School
A'laya Payne