Rebecca Rayford
Seaford
Summary
Empathetic, effective and motivated Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist combines extensive clinical experience and knowledge with compassion. Detailed understanding of protocols governing medical test preparation and documentation. Vital asset for processing medical and insurance claims.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prior Authorization Specialist
La Red Health Center
12.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary clinical information for prior authorization submissions.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of insurance plan requirements, facilitating accurate and timely completion of authorization forms.
- Verified eligibility and compliance with authorization requirements for service providers.
- Analyzed medical records and other documents to determine approval of requests for authorization.
Medical Assistant
Cape Henlopen Dermatology
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Surgical Assistant
- Setting up procedures and assisting the provider
- Providing wound care for patients
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Medical Assistant
Beebe Walk in: Urgent care
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Triaging patients
- Patient intakes
- Vitals
- Point of Care testing, I.e, COVID-19, Strep, Flu A&B, etc.
Phlebotomist
BEEBE HEALTH CARE
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Venipuncture
- EKG
- Collecting specimens for patient testing
Medical Assistant
Harrison Family Practice
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Monitored lab supplies and proactively replenished for convenience and availability.
- Conducted and supported research, including collection of information and samples.
Phlebotomy
Tidal Health Peninsula
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Gas Turbine
U.S Navy
11.2018 - 11.2018
- Followed safety protocols, regulations and codes to reduce hazards and risks to personnel and equipment.
- Inspected, tested, maintained and repaired systems and equipment, including voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes and fiber optic equipment.
- Maintained tool and spare part inventories to assist repair, installation and replacement services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Major
Delaware Technical Community College
Georgetown, DE05.2026
Nursing
Sussex Technical Adult Ed.
High School Diploma -
Delmarva Christian Highschool
05-2017
Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- HIPAA compliance
- Team management
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Vital sign monitors
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- STD counseling
- EKG set up and monitoring
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Valid Delaware driver's license
Certification
- CPR
- Phlebotomy
- CNA
Timeline
Prior Authorization Specialist
La Red Health Center
12.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Cape Henlopen Dermatology
05.2023 - 11.2024
Medical Assistant
Harrison Family Practice
12.2021 - 08.2022
Phlebotomist
BEEBE HEALTH CARE
10.2021 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant
Beebe Walk in: Urgent care
04.2021 - 05.2023
Phlebotomy
Tidal Health Peninsula
03.2020 - 11.2020
Gas Turbine
U.S Navy
11.2018 - 11.2018
Nursing
Sussex Technical Adult Ed.
Associate of Science - Nursing Major
Delaware Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Delmarva Christian Highschool
Personal Information
Driving License: Valid Delaware driver's license
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