Starla Barrett
*** ******* ***** ** ******, Texas 77378 936-***-****
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Detail-oriented administrative professional with experience in remote work environments. Proficient in Microsoft Office, HRIS platforms and medical record software. Demonstrated success in payroll and billing operations, HR support, benefits administration, insurance processing, and pharmacy benefit management.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Remote Work Efficiency & Communication
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
HRIS Systems & SAP Software
Medical Records & EMR Systems
Payroll Processing & Billing
Benefits Enrollment & Administration
Health Insurance & Compliance
Data Entry & Reporting
Time Management & Multitasking
Pharmacy Benefit Management and Prior Authorizations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Rx Prior Authorization Specialist
Vital Heart and Vein Humble, Texas December 2023 – Present
Assisted in obtaining prior authorizations and benefit verifications for high-cost therapies.
Used payer portals (CoverMyMeds, SureScripts, etc.) to track requests and communicate decisions.
Educated patients on approval timelines, out-of-pocket costs, and available financial assistance programs.
Rx Benefits Specialist/RMA
Associated Urology of NC Raleigh, NC June 2019 – April 2023
Processed and submitted prior authorization requests for specialty and retail medications across commercial and government plans.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, and insurance carriers to resolve coverage denials and expedite patient access to medication.
Assisted in routine patient care including vitals, EKGs, specimen collection, and room preparation.
Supported providers during clinical procedures and examinations.
HR Administrative Assistant
E.L.M. Machine Oakhurst, Texas April 2015 – January 2017
Assisted with benefit enrollment, PTO tracking, and timekeeping review.
Maintained employee files, updated HRIS records, and supported onboarding processes
Utilized software such as QuickBooks / SAP / Excel for daily billing operations.
Generated and submitted invoices for clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
EDUCATION:
Associates Degree in Applied Science RMA
Sanford Brown College Houston, Texas 2007
REFERENCES:
Available upon request