SAFE AND INCLUSIVE SITES
Our infrastructure team manages Merri Health ’ s nine sites and 58 fleet of vehicles . They remained on site throughout lockdowns and pivoted to manage staff remote working arrangements , assist running COVID testing and vaccination clinics .
Supporting staff and services as they transitioned back to the workplace with Merri ’ s hybrid working model was a key focus .
What did we achieve ?
upgraded state-of-the-art new technology and equipment at four sites to improve quality of care through a
$ 661k government grant
no COVID-outbreaks or major incidences at Merri sites
co-ran Coburg vaccination hub in partnership with DPV Health ,
4500 + people vaccinated
facilitated co-location of The Orange Door service at our Vic Place site
coordinated sale of Merri Corner
STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT IMPROVING HEALTH OUTCOMES
New and enhanced audiology , podiatry , rehabilitation and dental equipment , along with refurbished treatment spaces are delivering better-quality health care and service access to the community .
Four of our sites were upgraded thanks to a $ 661k Victorian Government grant . We were delighted to welcome Victorian Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas to showcase the innovative new equipment .
“ This leading technology is improving access to best practice services , quality client experiences and positive health outcomes for our community , including children , older adults and people with complex health conditions like diabetes , osteoarthritis and chronic pain .”
– CEO , Tassia Michaleas
Victorian Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas joined CEO Tassia Michaleas and Board Chair Julie McCormack to view new equipment
OUR PERFORMANCE
22 implemented
6 weekly site inspections and responded to issues , reducing OHS issues
What ’ s next ?
• implementing changes from our facilities review and reconfiguring spaces to accommodate growing teams and new services