{"id":8575,"date":"2026-02-01T09:00:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T14:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/radiology\/?p=8575"},"modified":"2026-02-02T16:09:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T21:09:14","slug":"the-voice-on-the-line-meet-brit-kim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/radiology\/2026\/02\/the-voice-on-the-line-meet-brit-kim\/","title":{"rendered":"The Voice on the Line: Meet Brit Kim"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve ever needed to reach a radiologist quickly, clarify a study, or make sure an urgent finding gets where it needs to go\u2014chances are, Brit Kim helped make that connection happen.<\/p>\n

As an Administrative Support Specialist,<\/strong> Brit plays a behind-the-scenes role that keeps the clinical engine of UNC Radiology running smoothly. Her work is fast-paced, detail-driven, and deeply people-centered\u2014qualities that reflect who she is both professionally and personally.\"\"<\/p>\n

The Heart of Administrative Support<\/h2>\n

So what does administrative support really mean in radiology?<\/p>\n

\u201cWe support the radiologist and help them complete their tasks and workflow as quickly and seamlessly as possible,\u201d Brit explains.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

In practice, that means being a critical communication hub. Brit and her colleagues take a high volume of phone calls every day, connecting referring providers with radiologists to discuss imaging studies, clarify findings, or escalate emergent results. When something urgent arises, she helps ensure the right people are connected immediately so patients can receive emergency services without delay.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s work that requires calm under pressure, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of radiology workflows\u2014and Brit brings all three.<\/p>\n

A Day in the Life<\/h2>\n

A typical day for Brit is anything but quiet.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe take a lot of phone calls,\u201d she says. \u201cWe help connect providers to the radiologist so they can discuss the studies, and we help connect the radiologist to providers if they need clarification.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Those connections can be routine\u2014or critical. When emergent findings come through, Brit helps move information quickly and accurately, ensuring no time is lost when patient care is on the line.<\/p>\n

Finding Her Way to UNC Radiology<\/h2>\n

Brit\u2019s path to UNC Radiology is rooted in both passion and resilience.<\/p>\n

She originally trained as a radiologic technologist and began her career at an urgent care that later became affiliated with UNC\u2019s Physicians Network. During that time, she was also serving as a lab manager. But as her rheumatoid arthritis worsened, the physical demands of hands-on imaging work\u2014moving equipment and positioning patients\u2014became increasingly difficult.<\/p>\n

\u201cI wanted to stay in the medical and radiology field,\u201d she says, \u201cbut I needed something that would take less of a toll on my body.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

That search led her to her current role in administrative support, where she\u2019s now been for six to seven years\u2014continuing to contribute her clinical knowledge in a way that\u2019s sustainable and impactful.<\/p>\n

A Love for Radiology, Sparked Early<\/h2>\n

Brit\u2019s interest in radiology started well before her professional career. In high school, she attended a specialized performing arts and trade school that offered medical training. One teacher\u2014a former X-ray technologist\u2014opened the door.<\/p>\n

\u201cI asked if I could do extra rounds in radiology,\u201d Brit recalls. She rotated through MRI, X-ray, CT, and more. \u201cI really liked the atmosphere. And I liked how cool it was\u2014literally,\u201d she laughs.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

That early exposure sealed the deal, setting her on a path that would eventually bring her to UNC Radiology.<\/p>\n

More Than Meets the Eye<\/h2>\n

Ask Brit what she wishes her colleagues knew about her, and you might be surprised.<\/p>\n

\u201cI can do fire spinning and hoop dancing,\u201d she says. She\u2019s been practicing for about 15 years and can perform intricate tricks with hula hoops\u2014and even fire.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

It\u2019s a perfect example of Brit\u2019s creative, unexpected side\u2014one that also shows up in her love of coloring books with alcohol markers when she\u2019s off the clock.<\/p>\n

\"\"Mom First, Always<\/h2>\n

When asked to describe herself in one word, Brit doesn\u2019t hesitate: \u201cMomma.\u201d<\/p>\n

She once thought she\u2019d never have kids, but becoming a mother changed everything. \u201cBeing a mom is my favorite thing about my life,\u201d she says. \u201cI didn\u2019t know you could love something as much as I love her.\u201d<\/p>\n

Most of her time outside of work is spent caring for her daughter, Savannah\u2014a role that brings her immense joy and perspective.<\/p>\n

Wisdom, Whimsy, and a Little Super Speed<\/h2>\n

If Brit could give her younger self advice, it would be this: don\u2019t give too much time to people who don\u2019t deserve it. Her natural empathy and willingness to listen\u2014one of her favorite things about herself\u2014sometimes meant pouring energy into relationships that didn\u2019t give back.<\/p>\n

That same empathy is what makes people feel comfortable talking to her now.<\/p>\n

\"\"If she could have a superpower? \u201cSuper speed,\u201d she says. For cleaning, errands\u2014and maybe sleep.<\/p>\n

Her dream dinner? A classic Southern spread: mac and cheese, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and gravy.<\/p>\n

And if her life were a book, the title would say it all: \u201cI Never Thought I\u2019d Be. But Now I\u2019m a Mom.\u201d<\/p>\n

Why Brit Matters<\/h2>\n

Brit Kim\u2019s role may not always be visible, but its impact is felt every day\u2014by radiologists, providers, and patients alike. She brings clinical insight, compassion, creativity, and unwavering dedication to a job that depends on all four.<\/p>\n

UNC Radiology is better\u2014and more connected\u2014because she\u2019s here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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