Sophie McMillan
Brighton and Hove,UK
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Band 6 Radiographer with a strong background in general radiography, CT imaging, and interventional procedures within RSCH. Confident working both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, including solo site coverage and on-call duties.
Skilled in adapting imaging techniques to individual patient needs, vetting referrals, and using RIS and PACS systems efficiently. Actively contribute to service delivery through mentoring junior staff, supervising radiographic teams, and deputising for senior radiographers. Committed to maintaining high clinical standards, ensuring patient safety, and complying with IR(ME)R 2017 regulations.
Reliable, organised, and quality-focused, with a consistent track record of supporting effective patient care through accurate diagnostics and excellent communication with clinicians across departments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2030
2030
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Diagnostic radiographer
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
08.2022 - Current
- Provide high-quality patient care by maintaining calm and supportive atmospheres during procedures.
- Adhere to IRR 17 and IR(ME)R 17 guidelines to perform quality and diagnostic images while maintaining ALARA principles.
- Uphold strict adherence to health and safety regulations, contributing significantly towards risk-free work environment.
- Conduct quality control checks routinely for consistently reliable imaging results.
- Managed case referrals, processing images promptly and accurately. Managing workflow and patient coordination.
- Assist in complex diagnostic procedures for detailed imaging results.
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care delivery.
- Train junior staff members to foster their professional growth and enhance team performance, optimising wider team performance and productivity.
- Execute paediatric radiographic examinations delicately ensuring minimal discomfort or distress for young patients.
- Collaborate closely with radiologists during out of hours shifts and interventional procedures.
Receptionist
HARTOG DENTAL
Winchester, Hampshire
09.2016 - 08.2018
- The organization of clinicians Diaries to allow for the most effective time use.
- Working within a fast-paced telephony environment answering over 50 customer calls per day.
- Handling and responding to challenging calls from patients working to alleviate complaints and concerns.
- Upheld confidentiality with sensitive information handling procedures.
- Assisted with administrative tasks, improving overall functionality of the office.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Diagnostic imaging
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Sep 2018 - 05.2022
A-levels - Chemistry, Biology, Psychology
Perins School & Peter Simmonds College
01.2009 - 01.2016
GCSE -
Perins School & Peter Simmonds College
Skills
- Efficient and adaptable communication skills
- Strong team working skills within the imaging department and across the wider multidisciplinary team
- Strong understanding and compliance of local protocols and wider IR(ME)R 17, IRR 17 regulations
- Plain film, computed tomography, fluoroscopic, paediatric and interventional radiology competencies
- Intravenous contrast administration PGD
- Mentor for newly qualified radiographers and students
Certification
Full UK driving license., Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award., National Citizenship Award & Clean PVG certificate available.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diagnostic radiographer
Royal Sussex County Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Receptionist
HARTOG DENTAL
09.2016 - 08.2018
A-levels - Chemistry, Biology, Psychology
Perins School & Peter Simmonds College
01.2009 - 01.2016
Bachelors of Science - Diagnostic imaging
Glasgow Caledonian University
Sep 2018 - 05.2022
GCSE -
Perins School & Peter Simmonds College
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