Patient Relations Liaison

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.

Position Summary  

The Patient Relations Liaison supports the Operations Manager of Patient Relations with strategic growth, community outreach, and marketing initiatives across the organization's two regions. This includes assisting with patient engagement efforts, community events, patient retention programs, reputation management activities, and initiatives designed to increase patient satisfaction, access to care, and organizational visibility within the communities served. 

The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, customer service expertise, conflict resolution abilities, and a passion for enhancing both the patient experience and organizational growth. 

Essential Functions  

• Assist the Operations Manager of Patient Relations with regional growth and marketing efforts.  
• Represent the organization at community outreach events, health fairs, patient engagement activities, and networking opportunities.  
• Support initiatives aimed at strengthening the organization's reputation and patient experience throughout both regions.  
• Assist with gathering patient feedback and testimonials to identify opportunities for service enhancement and brand awareness.  
• Collaborate with clinic operations teams to improve patient access, communication, and community engagement efforts. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support growth initiatives by helping identify opportunities to increase patient engagement, retention, and community awareness.  
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and attending community outreach events and marketing activities across both regions.  
• Collaborate with regional leadership to promote services, programs, and organizational initiatives that enhance patient access and visibility.  
• Support patient communication campaigns, educational initiatives, and patient experience programs designed to strengthen patient relationships.  
• Help monitor online patient feedback, reviews, and reputation management opportunities, escalating concerns as appropriate.  
• Assist with regulatory audits and documentation reviews related to patient grievances and complaints.  
• Participate in cross-functional projects focused on patient experience, growth strategies, and operational excellence.  
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and organizational privacy requirements. 

Required Qualifications  

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.  
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in patient relations, healthcare operations, customer service, or a related healthcare role.  
• Knowledge of healthcare operations, patient rights, HIPAA regulations, and healthcare compliance requirements.  
• Strong problem-solving abilities.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.  
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and healthcare information systems. 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Three (3) or more years of patient relations or healthcare customer service experience.  
• Experience working in a medical group, ambulatory care setting, hospital, or managed care environment.  
• Knowledge of patient satisfaction metrics and patient experience improvement methodologies.  
• Bilingual skills preferred.  

Physical Requirements:  

• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to move/carry objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving from one work site to another as needed.
• Ability to communicate with others to exchange information
• Ability to use and/or type on a laptop/keyboard. 

Hourly pay range

$28—$34 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.