Celebrating our dedicated staff!

Public Health A/Clinical Nurse Manager, Lance Jarvis, has been named MHPHDS Employee of the Quarter (EOQ) for October.

At a celebratory afternoon tea with his colleagues, Lance was presented with a $150 gift voucher, an EOQ badge and certificate of recognition for his outstanding contribution to our health service.

Director of Public Health, Jo Fagan, said Lance went “above and beyond” in his role as acting Clinical Nurse Manager.

“This has undoubtedly been one of the most challenging years on record for those of us working in health,” Jo said.

“With COVID-19 demanding the full attention of so many of our public health staff, Lance has ensured our core public health activities have continued.

“This has been an incredibly important job and one Lance has done extremely well.”

Jo went on to say that at a time when staff were feeling tired and under pressure because of COVID, Lance managed his team with patience and empathy.

“He also used initiative,” Jo said.

“For example, he was quick to recognise that each staff member had their own specialised skills.

“He introduced cross training within the team, enabling greater flexibility, and he also provided opportunities for junior staff to work in public health.”

Some of the comments on Lance’s nomination form include that he is a “great leader” who is always “courteous, polite and respectful” and “a strong advocate for innovation in disease control activities”.

Congratulations Lance!

A special thanks to our generous sponsors: HESTA, Paywise, Smartsalary and Aware Super.

If you've had a great experience with one of our staff members why not put them forward for an award? Next time you are onsite ask how you can submit a nomination.