Tamara Kelly
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
Experienced allied health professional and dynamic disability support worker dedicated to supporting clients with neurodegenerative diagnoses, within the aged care and NDIS sectors. With a potent blend of technical and interpersonal skills, I deliver compassionate person-centric care to elevate independence, wellbeing and quality of life. Skilled in client advocacy, relationship building, verbal and written communications, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, I am committed to empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals through tailored support strategies. I have a passion in nutritional psychology - how our gut, brain and central nervous system health can by supported by excellent daily nutrition and I continue to learn in this exciting area of brain health.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Inspire The Team
Melbourne, Vic
07.2020 - Current
- Provide personalized support to individuals living with disabilities.
- Assist clients in developing skills and achieving personal goals.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to address client needs.
- Provide emotional support to individuals during health transitions.
- Maintain records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- Participate in team meetings with support coordinators, specialists, therapists.
- Develop strategies to help individuals thrive with their disabilities.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding care plans and updates.
- Utilize strong assessment skills to determine necessary client care.
- Build strong rapport with clients and carers.
- Monitor health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Contact medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Crisis intervention.
Medical Practice Manager
Port Melbourne Medical
Melbourne, Vic
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed daily operations of medical practice to ensure smooth workflow.
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance team performance.
- Developed strategies to enhance patient satisfaction and retention.
- Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective practice management.
- Supported entire practice's staff, which boosted efficiency and improved overall process flow.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Employed active listening and interpersonal talents to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, and evaluated staff members, notably recruiting permanent Practice Manager.
Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist
MIA Radiology
Melbourne , Vic
06.2008 - 05.2019
- Prepared and calibrated radiopharmaceuticals for safe administration to patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize workflow and improve services.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported any technical issues promptly.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Trained, mentored new employees on procedures, best practices and hospital policies.
Team Leader PET/CT Technologist
Paul Strickland Scanner Centre
London
06.2004 - 01.2008
- Led team in daily operational tasks and ensured effective workflow management.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for efficient service delivery.
- Trained staff on procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Research Nuclear Medicine Technologist
BioImages Research
Glasgow
09.2000 - 06.2004
- Operated advanced imaging equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images in a research facility.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient research protocols.
- Selected to travel to pharmaceutical conferences to represent the company in the US in 2001 and 2002.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Allamanda Nuclear Medicine and Cardiology
Gold Coast, Qld
02.1998 - 06.2000
- Operated nuclear medicine imaging equipment for diagnostic procedures.
- Prepared radiopharmaceuticals following safety protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate patient records and imaging documentation.
- Ensured compliance with radiation safety regulations and standards.
- Educated patients about procedures and answered their questions.
Education
GDip - Psychology
University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA 07.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science in Nuclear Medicine -
University of South Australia
Adelaide , SA 02.1994 - 11.1997
Skills
- Ethical integrity
- Critical thinking
- Emotional resilience
- Client advocacy
- Health monitoring/reporting
- Personal growth support
- Team work and collaboration
- Emotional guidance through changes
- Multitasking and organisation
- Wellness and nutrition knowledge
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Inspire The Team
07.2020 - Current
GDip - Psychology
University of Adelaide
07.2020 - 03.2022
Medical Practice Manager
Port Melbourne Medical
05.2019 - 02.2020
Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist
MIA Radiology
06.2008 - 05.2019
Team Leader PET/CT Technologist
Paul Strickland Scanner Centre
06.2004 - 01.2008
Research Nuclear Medicine Technologist
BioImages Research
09.2000 - 06.2004
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Allamanda Nuclear Medicine and Cardiology
02.1998 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Applied Science in Nuclear Medicine -
University of South Australia
02.1994 - 11.1997