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Stephanie Isitua

Dallas,TX

Summary

Motivated Clinical Trial Assistant and former lab tech seeking a dynamic role in the clinical research field,with strong interpersonal skills, efficient time management, and problem-solving abilities to contribute to a team-oriented environment. Passionate about professional challenges and making a positive impact in the healthcare industry.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Benefits Specialist

CerpassRx
09.2022 - 05.2025

• Manage approximately 30 incoming calls, emails, faxes, and web-generated requests from pharmacies, beneficiaries, and prescribers.
• Provide service-level standards set by CMS
• Assisted with rejection support, including overrides.
• Provide Coverage Determination status to clients including exceptions and appeals.
• Answer questions and recommend corrective services to address customer complaints, payment status, manual reversal requests, benefit and eligibility support, provider portal support, and response to price appeals.

  • Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
  • Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.

Lab Assistant Intern

Concentra Urgent Care
04.2020 - 02.2021
  • Increased lab safety by adhering to strict protocols and guidelines during experiments.
  • Performed routine maintenance on lab equipment to ensure optimal functioning and longevity.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various laboratory instruments and techniques, enhancing practical skillset.
  • Enhanced lab efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for optimal workflow.

Laboratory Technician

Healthview Medical Laboratory
02.2014 - 12.2019
  • Collected and organized data to perform data analysis and prepare technical reports.
  • Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
  • Supplied quality control data for regulatory submissions to support corrective actions.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results for review by supervisors or other personnel as required.
  • Utilized Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for tracking, documenting, and reporting laboratory activities.
  • Reviewed experimental data to catch potential lab errors and correct mistakes.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
  • Performed quality control checks on laboratory equipment and chemicals to maintain laboratory standards.
  • Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
  • Documented all experimental procedures and results in an organized manner for future reference.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Niger Delta University
Wilberforce, Bayelsa
05-2012

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • New employee enrollment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Benefits explanation
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Regulatory monitoring
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork

Certification

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification, National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 2025

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Pharmacy Benefits Specialist

CerpassRx
09.2022 - 05.2025

Lab Assistant Intern

Concentra Urgent Care
04.2020 - 02.2021

Laboratory Technician

Healthview Medical Laboratory
02.2014 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Niger Delta University