In my exhaustive quest for job opportunities, I was unexpectedly approached on LinkedIn by a company specializing in healthcare AI training.

Navigating LinkedIn was a challenge in itself, especially for someone like me—a healthcare worker—who initially felt overwhelmed by the platform. Nonetheless, after piecing together a passable profile, I began scouring for remote PRN positions.

That’s when I received a message from a company focusing on AI training for health insurance purposes. Their objective? Utilizing AI to streamline routine tasks for healthcare professionals. This includes making patient phone calls for procedure preparations, monitoring blood pressures, and conducting post-hospital visit follow-ups.

My role? I’m essentially compensated to interact with the AI during simulated patient calls (with provided information). These calls typically last around 10 minutes, followed by providing feedback on any glitches or errors encountered. I receive a lump sum payment ranging from $35 to $50 for a series of 4-6 calls.

Admittedly, it might seem like I’m training technology to replace my job, but it doesn’t feel that way. Many healthcare providers, myself included, are grappling with what I’d call ‘patient portal fatigue.’ The constant barrage of patient messages and requests via the inbox has become a burdensome, unpaid endeavor. While the inbox could warrant its own blog post, the crux is that we’re all seeking a solution.

AI should be seen as an assistant rather than a threat to our roles. These draining patient calls tie up resources and exacerbate our staffing shortages. By offloading this responsibility, we can redirect our medical professionals to focus on actual patient care.

Financially, this gig nets me around $60 to $80 weekly, offering a welcome respite for burnt-out healthcare workers like myself.