Karolyn Wright
Sewell
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Axia Women’s Health, excelling in venipuncture and patient care. Proven ability to manage precertification processes and enhance patient understanding, while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Recognized for strong communication and teamwork skills, ensuring positive patient experiences and efficient operations in high- pressure environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Axia Women’s Health
11.2023 - Current
- Developed proficiency in venipuncture techniques to ensure accurate blood sample collection.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols for infection control during procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of phlebotomy supplies and equipment.
- Gained experience with electronic health record systems for documenting patient information.
- Handled peak hours and emergencies with professionalism, showcasing ability to excel under pressure.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Collected blood specimens from patients using appropriate techniques to ensure sample integrity.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions and specimen handling in electronic health systems.
Precertification Specialist
Axia Women’s Health
11.2023 - Current
- Processed precertification requests efficiently, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Reviewed patient documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to gather necessary information for approval.
- Managed follow-up communications with insurance companies regarding authorization status.
- Educated patients on precertification processes and requirements, enhancing understanding and cooperation.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of insurance policies and regulatory changes affecting precertification procedures.
- Facilitated successful appeals for denied services by providing detailed documentation supporting medical necessity as required by insurers.
- Ensured smooth communication between healthcare providers, patients, and insurance companies, resulting in timely approvals and positive experiences.
Education
Certified Phlebotomy Technician -
Premier Health Academy
Turnersville, NJ03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJAssociate of Science - Biochemistry
Rowan College At Gloucester County
Sewell, NJ05.2025
High School Diploma -
Washington Township High School
Washington Township, NJ06.2023
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Patient support
- Health and safety
- Medical terminology
- Emergency response training
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Laboratory procedures understanding
- Communication
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Certified in CPR/AED
Accomplishments
Have experience in shadowing anesthesiologist for in office procedures. Was awarded a hero award which was awarded through Axia, for scheduling an appointment for a patient for a diagnostic mammogram in which the providers were able to detect her breast cancer in the early stages.
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Axia Women’s Health
11.2023 - Current
Precertification Specialist
Axia Women’s Health
11.2023 - Current
Certified Phlebotomy Technician -
Premier Health Academy
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Rowan University
Associate of Science - Biochemistry
Rowan College At Gloucester County
High School Diploma -
Washington Township High School
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