Following the government’s announcement regarding the AstraZeneca vaccine on Thursday, all AstraZeneca vaccinations booked from Friday 9 April to Monday 12 April were paused.
On the latest information and advice, we have today recommenced vaccination with the AstraZeneca vaccine for those aged over 50.
All Monash Health employees can now book in for a COVID-19 vaccine.
- Any 1A employee and those 1B employees aged under 50 can book in for a vaccine at Monash Medical Centre and Dandenong Hospital.
Please note, there is limited availability at these clinics and priority will be given to those 1A employees who are yet to receive their COVID-19 vaccine.
Bookings can be made by calling the Monash Health Bookings Line on 03 8572 2156
Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am – 4pm
- Any 1A and 1B employees aged 50 years or older can book at Kingston Centre, Moorabbin Hospital and Casey Hospital.
Click here to make your appointment
Your second vaccination appointment will be booked when you attend the clinic for your first dose.
More information
For more information about COVID-19 vaccination, visit www.health.gov.au.
Flu vaccination
A reminder that our free flu vaccination program will commence this week. The program will run as it has in previous years, with vaccination days at sites, mobile immunisers visiting wards, and after-hours vaccination rounds. The flu vaccination is free, and no bookings are required.
Read more about this year’s flu vaccination program here.
Vaccinating against COVID-19 protects you, those you care for and the community. Thank you for playing your part and making a difference in the fight against COVID-19.
Thank you.
Andrew Stripp
Chief Executive
All managers are requested to share these updates with their teams and discuss at stand-ups and handovers. Please print a copy and display it in communication books and on employee noticeboards.
As advice and information evolve, please consult the latest updates and visit the Department of Health and Human Services and Monash Health COVID-19 website for employees regularly for the latest.