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Akido Labs · 3 months ago

Medical/ Administrative Assistant - Los Angeles

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Akido Labs is a fast-growing, impact-focused company dedicated to rebuilding the healthcare experience with a focus on preventive public health. The Medical/Administrative Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the Street Medicine team by managing administrative tasks and providing clinical support to vulnerable patients in the field.

Health CareInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Manage referrals to specialists: initiate, schedule, track, and ensure follow-up

Secure prior authorizations for medications, imaging, and specialist visits

Verify insurance eligibility (Medi-Cal, Medicare) and assist with enrollment issues

Maintain medical supply inventory for field outreach

Document patient encounters, referrals, and authorizations in EHR system

Support ECM program through patient tracking, scheduling, and care coordination

Serve as office point of contact for patients, pharmacies, and community partners

Accompany provider (MD/DO/NP/PA) on street outreach to encampments, parks, and shelters

Build trusting relationships with patients and perform field intake

Take vital signs, assist with clinical procedures, wound care, and specimen collection

Prepare and administer medications/vaccinations under supervision

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Medical Assistant certificationBLS certificationClinical administrative experienceBilingual (English/Spanish)Computer skillsEmpathyCompassionAdditional certificationsOrganizational skillsCommunication abilities