Kelly Dixon has been awarded Gordon Hospital’s Extra Mile Award. The award was created by members of the hospital’s Employee Engagement Committee to recognize employees who go above and beyond the call of duty on a regular basis. It is awarded monthly to a deserving employee selected by the hospital’s directors.

Dixon is employed as an End User Computer Specialist with the hospital’s Informational Services Department.

“Kelly’s dedication to serving her community and our hospital are exemplary,” says Daniel Hebard, director of Informational Services for Gordon Hospital. “She is always willing to go the extra mile, and she takes the time to let us know she cares. Kelly is a huge asset to our company and we are lucky to have

such a wonderful person and great employee.”

Dixon, who has been employed by Gordon Hospital for 18 months, says she is very appreciative of the honor.

“First and foremost, I would like to thank God for His never-ending grace and mercy during what ended up being one of the wonderful times of my life,” Dixon says. “To be considered for the Extra Mile Award is a great honor and a privilege so thank you, Gordon Hospital. Next, I would like to thank my truly outstanding director, Daniel Hebard, whose leadership and vision have been there for me from day one. And to the amazing Gordon Hospital staff, it is always a pleasure coming to work every day with such a lovely and encouraging group of people.”

Dixon holds degrees in Computer Specialist and Networking Specialist from Georgia Northwestern Technical College. She resides in Cartersville. During her spare time, Dixon enjoys anything computer-related, with an interest in gaming, and reading.