Karen Allen
Ballarat East,VIC
Summary
Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist with extensive experience in PET/CT and SPECT/CT operations at Lake Imaging. Demonstrated expertise in radiopharmaceutical preparation and quality control, resulting in improved imaging accuracy. Strong problem-solving skills and dedication to radiation safety compliance, alongside effective training and supervision of new staff.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Lake Imaging
Ballarat, VIC
06.2015 - Current
- Operate PET/CT and SPECT/CT cameras to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals and IV contrast media for imaging tests.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine optimal imaging techniques for patient diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data and imaging results for compliance purposes.
- Conducted quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals and equipment, ensuring efficacy and safety standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational protocols and equipment functionality.
- Introduced PSMA and DOTA radiopharmaceuticals along with quality control processes to department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiations (Nuclear Medicine)
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC11-2004
Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC11-1999
Skills
- PET/CT operation
- SPECT/CT operation
- Radiopharmaceutical preparation & QC
- Imaging quality control
- Patient data management
- Radiation safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Student tutoring & supervision
Affiliations
- Travelling
- Gold Prospecting
- Walking
- History
Certification
- AHPRA registered
- Current Radiation Use License
- Current WWC check
- Diagnostic CT qualified
- ANZBMS qualified
Timeline
Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Lake Imaging
06.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiations (Nuclear Medicine)
RMIT University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry
RMIT University