Belinda Ras

I am a dedicated and results-driven healthcare professional with extensive experience in pharmacy, medical aid administration, home care services, and provider relationship management. Known for strong communication skills, ethical leadership, and the ability to grow business, manage teams, and build long-term relationships with healthcare providers and medical schemes. Highly motivated, solution-oriented, and passionate about delivering excellent patient care.

Pharmacist Assistant - Birch Acres Pharmacy

(1996-11 - 1999-12)

• Maintained shelves, assisted patients, and handled till work.
• Unpacked stock and performed stock takes.
• Captured scripts, processed medical aid claims, and dispensed medication.
• Worked in Homeopathic Dispensary.
• Interacted with doctors and sales representatives

Pharmacist Assistant - Dis-Chem

(1999-01 - 2004-12)

• Captured scripts and dispensed medication.
• Consulted with doctors on medication changes.
• Educated patients and managed stock orders.
• Resolved claim rejections.
• Worked under pressure to reach daily targets.

Basic Pharmacist Assistant - ARWYP Hospital

(2008-01 - 2010-12)

• Hospital and retail pharmacy work.
• Captured scripts and dispensed IV and normal medication.
• Educated patients on medication use.
• Interacted with doctors and achieved daily targets.

Basic Pharmacist Assistant (Care) - Discovery Medical Aid

(2010-01 - 2014-12)

• Reached daily targets (TWT, SLA, Add-a-Line).
• Captured scripts and processed medical aid claims.
• Reviewed and approved clinical cases.
• Presented cases at Clinical Review Panels.
• Compiled CDE reports and adhered to protocols.
• Completed Alpha Pharm modules and assessments

Pharmacy Courier / Coach / Team Leader - Southern Rx (Discovery Pharmacy)

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

• Managed Status 42 and Status 14 cases.
• Processed authorisations for biologics and chronic medication.
• Maintained statistics and resolved member queries.
• Sent paper claims and Ex-Gratia authorisations.
• Assisted doctors' rooms with Ferinject authorisations.
• Managed Silo and CIB processes.
• Supported oncology and Pro-PBM teams.
• Performed stock take, cycle counts, and picking when required.

Pre-Authorisation Consultant - Discovery HomeCare

(2016-11 - 2017-06)

• Assisted in Pre-Auth Pool and escalations.
• Booked nurses and ensured authorisations were in place.
• Ordered medication and processed claims.
• Maintained job cards and patient benefits (AIB).
• Communicated effectively with doctors, nurses, and patients.

Contract & Relationship Manager - Discovery HomeCare

(2017-01 - 2018-12)

• Led and trained a team of 10.
• Managed HomeCare authorisations and follow-ups.
• Ensured quality service delivery to patients and providers

Contract & Relationship Manager - Discovery Medical Aid (Care)

(2018-01 - 2024-12)

• Increased HomeCare visits and drove business growth.
• Maintained strong doctor and provider relationships.
• Managed and participated in strategic projects.
• Led discharge planning initiatives.
• Generated and presented MBR scores to providers.
• Compiled reports for management and medical schemes.
• Supported Polygam authorisations.
• Successfully rolled out the Hospital at Home project.

Contract & Relationship Manager - CureVida

(2024-01)

• Perform provider relations, project management, and business growth functions.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and service delivery.
• Conduct product training for providers and internal teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with doctors and healthcare partners.

Matric - Birchleigh High (1996-12)