Medical Assistant - Narragansett, RI

Akido builds AI-powered doctors . Akido is the first AI-native care provider, combining cutting-edge technology with a nationwide medical network to address America’s physician shortage and make exceptional healthcare universal. Its AI empowers doctors to deliver faster, more accurate, and more compassionate care.

Serving 500K+ patients across California, Rhode Island, and New York, Akido offers primary and specialty care in 26 specialties—from serving unhoused communities in Los Angeles to ride-share drivers in New York.

Founded in 2015 (YC W15), Akido is expanding its risk-bearing care models and scaling ScopeAI, its breakthrough clinical AI platform. Read more about Akido’s $60M Series B . More info at Akidolabs.com .

The Opportunity

The Medical Assistant plays a vital role in supporting clinical operations at RIPC Medical Group by providing direct patient care assistance, performing administrative duties, and ensuring smooth workflow in a multi-site medical practice environment. This position works closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

What you’ll do

Provide direct patient care, including rooming patients, collecting medical history, and assisting with examinations

Take and record vitals

Medication reconciliation

Perform EKGs

Obtain PHQ-9, GAD-7, and SDOH screenings at annual visits

Administer vaccines per MD request

Understand & review quality gaps in care that can be closed at the time of visit; enter results appropriately in EHR

Pre-visit planning, including preventative and chronic care management

Care coordination including following up with patients on referrals, care needs, and outreach to appropriate resources

Check staff messages for MD requests (example: scheduling follow ups or overdue appts)

Medication refills

Maintain accurate and timely medical record documentation

Fulfill administrative responsibilities such as answering & documenting phone calls, scheduling, fax, scan, inventory (table paper, paper gowns, etc.)

Prior Authorization

Cleaning and organization of exam rooms, assisting with procedures, and sterilization of equipment

Verifying patient information, confirming the purpose of the visit

Preparing patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary

Ensure compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards

Stock and maintain medical supplies and equipment

Additional responsibilities include computerized appointment scheduling, telephone reception, and chart work Quality and Compliance:

Follow infection control and safety protocols

Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Maintain current knowledge of clinical protocols and procedures

Ensure proper handling and disposal of biohazardous waste

Support ACO quality metrics and reporting requirements

Other duties may be assigned as necessary

Who you are

Self-starter & willingness to learn

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred, but not required

Proficient in medical terminology

Excellent communication skills

Excellent computer skills

Ability to collaborate with team members on assigned tasks

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Company paid basic life insurance and voluntary supplemental life insurance

Retirement Plan – 401K (after 1 year of employment)

PTO – 18 days / year (Employment years 1-3)

11 paid Holidays / year

Work-Life balance - Fixed schedule, no evenings or weekends

Physical Requirements:

Occasional travel to RIPCPC headquarters in Cranston, RI or other network meetings may be required

Standard business hours with occasional extended hours based on practice needs

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and using a computer

Able to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

Hourly pay range $19 — $24 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.