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DeJa Harris

Ponchatoula,LA

Summary

Compassionate and organized medical office specialist with 3+ years of experience in patient access and check-in processes. Strong background in insurance verification, data entry, and front-end healthcare administration. Proven ability to manage high call volumes, maintain patient confidentiality (HIPAA), and deliver exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Office Specialist

North Oaks Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted patients with appointment scheduling and insurance verification processes.
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for accuracy and compliance.
  • Supported front desk operations by greeting patients and answering phone inquiries professionally.
  • Greet and register 50+ patients daily; collect demographics, insurance, and medical histories.
  • Serve as the first face and voice to 50+ patients daily—seamlessly managing check-in, demographic intake, and insurance verification with advanced EMR systems.
  • Review eligibility, benefits, and pre-authorization needs via electronic and phone channels; secure prior approvals and maintain compliance with billing regulations .
  • Calmly navigate high-volume call centers—scheduling, rescheduling, and resolving patient payment or coverage questions with empathy and professionalism .
  • Collect co-pays/deductibles, reconcile daily cash drawer, and generate deposits—preserving revenue integrity and patient trust.
  • Coordinate with clinical staff and billing teams to resolve discrepancies, combat claim denials, and ensure smooth patient flow and satisfaction.

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
06.2018 - 12.2021

Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.

  • Assisted in inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels and reducing medication shortages.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance patient satisfaction.
  • Educated patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects, promoting adherence and safety.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Coordinated verification and filling of more than 100+ daily prescriptions in high-volume pharmacy environment.

Guest Advocate

Target
06.2016 - 05.2018
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Managed checkout processes efficiently, ensuring smooth transactions and accurate cash handling.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance store operations and improve guest experiences.
  • Trained new staff on policies, procedures, and best practices for guest interactions.
  • Maintained merchandise presentation standards, supporting inventory management efforts.
  • Implemented promotional displays, driving product visibility and encouraging sales engagement.
  • Monitored guest feedback, identifying trends to inform operational improvements.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, maintaining positive relationships with guests while adhering to company policies.
  • Assisted guests with purchases, ensuring accurate transactions and efficient payment processing.
  • Resolved guest concerns efficiently, ensuring a positive outcome for both the guest and the company.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting store environment, contributing to a pleasant shopping experience for guests.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Collected and returned unpurchased or returned items to correct shelf locations and arranged displays to promote sales.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
  • Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hammond High Magnet School
Hammond, LA
05-2018

Skills

  • Patient scheduling
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Claims processing
  • Medical documentation
  • Insurance verification
  • Medical office software
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Customer assistance
  • Work ethic and integrity
  • Patience and empathy
  • Time management skills
  • Cash handling
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service excellence
  • Money handling
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Cash handling and management
  • Customer relations
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Cash management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Confidentiality and HIPAA
  • Workflow optimization
  • Answering customer questions
  • Insurance billing
  • Medication dispensing
  • Prescription filling
  • Supply restocking
  • Pharmacy ethics
  • HIPAA
  • Pharmacy and customer records management
  • Drug inventory control
  • Labeling accuracy
  • Drug safety
  • Pharmaceutical calculations
  • Stocking shelves
  • Processing payments
  • Pharmacy software proficiency
  • Medication labels
  • Interpreting and processing medication orders
  • Pharmacy law compliance
  • Drug inventory management
  • Prescription interpretation
  • Verifying orders
  • Advanced math skills
  • Manual and automated medication dispensing
  • Compounding techniques
  • Receiving incoming supplies
  • Medication storage procedures
  • Positive attitude
  • Medical records management
  • Patient demographics
  • Medical records maintenance
  • Meeting planning
  • Follow-up skills
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Flexible schedule
  • Payment collection and processing
  • Patient registration
  • Insurance authorizations
  • Data entry
  • Managing patient records

Timeline

Medical Office Specialist

North Oaks Medical Center
01.2022 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
06.2018 - 12.2021

Guest Advocate

Target
06.2016 - 05.2018

High School Diploma -

Hammond High Magnet School
DeJa Harris