Medical Transportation Coordinator Full Time Position – Thompson, MB The Medical Transportation Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of medical transportation services for the community members of the MKO affiliated First Nation; and ensuring the FNIHB Medical Transportation Directive is implemented. Serve as a point of contact via phone or in person for the community members for health benefits. Maintains computer records for Medical Transportation and Health Advantages Programs. Schedules and coordinates the most economical medical transportation trip by booking taxis, flight arrangements or other travel (i.e. Bus or Train) and informs clients of arrangements. Liaison with providers for booking accommodation as needed. Prepares and records document requests on MTRS (Medical Transportation Referral System). Adhering to confidentiality and handling private and sensitive matters and documents with discretion and tact. Making decisions within the Medical Transportation Unit using sound judgement.
All staff at MKO may be given other duties as assigned that enable MKO to fulfill the mandate and responsibility to its member communities. Experience of knowledge of non-insured health benefits. Skilled with office equipment, computers and various software including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel Satisfactory criminal record, child and adult abuse registry and vulnerable sector check. Knowledge of First Nations culture, lifestyles, and spiritual beliefs. Ability to speak Cree or Dene an asset. Knowledge and proven proficiency in computers and various software programs (i.e. database, Word processing etc.). Must be able to provide a satisfactory and current Criminal Record Check (including vulnerable sector check), Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check. No phone calls will be accepted. MKO is a non-profit, political advocacy organization that provides a collective voice on issues of inherent, Treaty, Indigenous, and human rights for citizens of the 26 sovereign First Nations we represent. Please visit our website at mkonation.