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Patient Navigator

Department : Aakom Kiyii Health Services

Program : Piikani Nation

Address : 1860 15 Ave, Brocket, AB

Contract Time : Full-Time, Contract

Shift : Full-time Term

Pay : $75,000 to $80,000

The Patient Navigator supports individuals and families from the Piikani Nation in accessing comprehensive healthcare services across Alberta. By bridging the gap between community-based health practices, Primary Care Networks, Mental Health Services, and the broader healthcare delivery system, this role seeks to significantly improve community members’ health outcomes. The Patient Navigator plays a vital role in empowering and guiding community members through the complexities of the healthcare landscape. 

 

Role & Responsibilities  

Daily Work Activities Include: 

 

  • Client Support & Advocacy: Assist Piikani Nation Members in overcoming barriers to accessing primary healthcare services across multiple providers. 

 

  • Support patient advocacy to help Piiakni Nation Members gain access to necessary resources. 
  • Assist and guide clients of Aakom Kiyii Health Services to ensure they receive proper support and viable solutions. 
  • Connect members who are unattached to primary care with available family doctors, social service agencies, mental health services, and specialty health services (e.g., physiotherapy, psychiatry, gynecology). 

 

  • Care Coordination & Logistics: Collaborate with appropriate team members to deliver comprehensive care. 

 

  • Organize and coordinate access to care services and connections within the patient’s circle of care, including logistical support when needed. 
  • Help patients overcome logistical obstacles by offering transportation support and ensuring reliable access to appointments. 
  • Conduct home visits as required. 

 

  • Community Connection & Cultural Safety: Build strong connections with and between patients and service providers to improve access to primary healthcare and overall continuity of care. 

 

  • Support the provision of culturally specific and community-centered assistance for Indigenous persons navigating the healthcare system. 
  • Bring a deep respect for and understanding of Piikani Nation culture, traditions, and protocols to everyday practice. 
  • Follow-Up & Administration: Follow up with clients regularly to monitor progress and address ongoing needs. 

 

  • Provide educational resources and tools to empower clients toward self-sufficiency. 
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date client records and complete required reports and documentation. 
  • Utilize electronic documentation and record-keeping systems efficiently, alongside managing supply requisitions and workload statistics. 

Qualifications 

  •  Education: 
  • Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree in Health Science, Social work, Psychology or related field  
  • Two (2) years of related experience  
  • Current First Aid/CPR is an asset  
  • Valid Drivers Licence 

  

Application MUST include a Cover Letter and Resume  

Successful applicants will be required to provide any Pertinent Certification, Copy of Driver’s License, Child Welfare & Criminal Record Check upon being hired.                     

 

***DEADLINE: Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found*** 

Attention: Human Resources          Email: hr@akhealthservices.ca 

 

 

Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.  Aakom-Kiiyii Health Services would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position.