Lazar Cuk
About Lazar Cuk
Lazar Cuk serves as the Team Lead for Health Benefits Operations at First Nations Health Authority, where he oversees a team of 25 staff and manages eligibility determinations for health benefits. He has a background in health benefits assessment and holds a Bachelor of Science in Population and Quantitative Health Sciences from Simon Fraser University.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Currently, Lazar Cuk serves as the Team Lead for Health Benefits Operations at First Nations Health Authority, a role he has held since 2019. In this capacity, he leads a team of 25 staff members who are responsible for determining eligibility for health benefits and processing requests. His responsibilities include providing recommendations to senior management regarding complex cases and appeals for First Nations clients. He also consults with service providers to resolve system-related and payment issues, ensuring efficient operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at First Nations Health Authority
Lazar Cuk previously worked at First Nations Health Authority in two roles before his current position. He served as a Health Benefits Assessor in the Eligibility Unit for four months in 2017, where he focused on assessing health benefits eligibility. Following this, he took on the role of Mental Health Program Assessor for the Indian Residential School Resolution Health Support Program from 2017 to 2019, contributing to mental health assessments and support for First Nations clients.
Experience at Public Health Agency of Canada
Before joining First Nations Health Authority, Lazar Cuk worked as a Research Officer at the Public Health Agency of Canada from 2015 to 2016. In this role, he was involved in research activities that contributed to public health initiatives. His experience in this position provided him with a solid foundation in health-related research and policy.
Education and Expertise
Lazar Cuk studied at Simon Fraser University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Population and Quantitative Health Sciences from 2011 to 2017. His academic background equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary for analyzing health data and understanding health policies, which are essential in his current role in health benefits operations.
Team Leadership and Development
In his current role, Lazar Cuk is responsible for monitoring and evaluating team performance to identify training needs. He provides input into recruitment methods and assessment materials, ensuring that the team is well-equipped to handle the complexities of health benefits operations. Additionally, he participates in working groups and project work with both internal and external committees to enhance the effectiveness of health benefits services.