Job Description Summary
MUSC Health is seeking a Breast Imaging Navigator, reporting to the Orangeburg Director of Imaging Services. This individual will be responsible for
The Certified Breast Navigator functions within the multidisciplinary team as the structure teaching point contact for breast cancer patients and their families. The navigator's primary function is assisting patient's healthcare system by assisting with access issues, developing relationships with service providers, and tracking interventions and outcomes with the goal of achieving optimal patient outcome. The navigator serves as a point of contact for referring physicians, patients, and caregivers, to provide resources regarding accessing clinical and supportive care. The navigator also assists patient's an understanding there are diagnosis, treatment options, and the internal and community resources available.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC004775 ORBG - Breast Center
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-28
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
The Breast Health Patient Navigator and Mammographer delivers comprehensive, patient‑centered care across the breast imaging continuum. This role coordinates patient flow, evaluates clinical needs, and facilitates seamless placement and care transitions throughout the health system. With strong clinical judgment and knowledge of age‑appropriate care, this position supports timely diagnosis, follow‑up, and education for patients and families.
The navigator oversees daily case reviews, schedules follow‑up appointments, and ensures accurate documentation, charge entry, and communication with radiologists and referring providers. This role adheres strictly to HIPAA and maintains current knowledge of hospital policies, professional standards, and regulatory guidelines including Joint Commission, OSHA, FDA, and ACR requirements.
As a skilled Mammographer, the position performs mammograms, bone density exams, stereotactic biopsies, needle localizations, and breast ultrasounds. The navigator also assists with tracking and monitoring BI‑RADS 4, 5, and 6 cases.
The role uses critical thinking to identify patient needs, remove barriers to care, and support newly diagnosed cancer patients through education, scheduling, and resource coordination. By maintaining strong relationships with the multidisciplinary team, the navigator promotes high‑quality care, continuity, and adherence to national standards.
Additional responsibilities include supporting program growth, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, participating in budget planning, and assisting with outreach, community events, and physician engagement. The navigator encourages patient retention, assists with financial counseling, maintains detailed patient databases, and collaborates on initiatives related to psychosocial support, survivorship, and community education.
This position requires independent work, cultural competence, effective communication, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes and overall breast health services.
Additional Job Description
Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree completed at an AMA approved school of radiological technology and be registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (A.R.R.T) and licensed by SC Radiation Quality Standards Association. Registered in Mammography. Registered in Breast Ultrasound.
Advanced certification as a patient navigator or obtain within one year of hire. Experience: Require a minimum of five years of clinical practice in the healthcare setting. Possess knowledge of MQSA/FDA/ACR standards
Credentials: Current registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in x-ray and mammography. Current State of South Caroline Licensure. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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