Medical/ Administrative Assistant at Akido

Bakersfield, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

52000.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification, BLS Certification, Insurance Verification, Care Coordination, Patient Tracking, Scheduling, Empathy, Communication, Organizational Skills, Field Clinical Support, Vital Signs, Wound Care, Specimen Collection, Medication Administration, Bilingual, Clinical Administrative Experience

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Akido is rebuilding the healthcare experience from the ground up. Through early interventions designed around social determinants of health (SDoH), world-class care focused on chronic disease, and human-centered technology, we believe we can build a healthcare model that allows for all patients to live their fullest lives. We are a fast-growing, impact-focused, Y Combinator company created out of the University of Southern California’s D-Health Lab with the idea that empowering government, healthcare, and nonprofit services with population-based data could help usher in a new era of preventive public health. Today we are building a full stack medical network that leverages our predictive capabilities to provide a frictionless experience for both our patients and care providers. Medical and Administrative Assistant - Street Medicine Position Summary Join our Street Medicine team as the vital link between street-based outreach and the healthcare system. This role splits between office-based administrative work (70%) and field clinical support (30%), focusing on care coordination and navigation for our most vulnerable patients through our Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program. Core Responsibilities Administrative & Care Coordination (70%) 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 Other duties as assigned Field Clinical Support (30%) 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 Qualifications Required: Medical Assistant certification from accredited program Current BLS certification High School Diploma or equivalent Valid California Driver's License with clean record Strong computer and organizational skills Exceptional empathy, compassion, and communication abilities Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) 1+ years clinical administrative experience with prior authorizations/referrals Additional certifications (EMT, CNA, Phlebotomy) Working Conditions Office-based role with regular outdoor fieldwork. Must be able to transport medical equipment and work effectively in both environments. Akido Labs is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to contact us about appropriate employment opportunities. Salary range $43,680—$52,000 USD Akido Labs, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to contact us about appropriate employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

The role involves managing referrals, securing prior authorizations, and supporting care coordination for vulnerable patients. Additionally, it includes accompanying providers on street outreach and assisting with clinical procedures.