Radiation Therapist PRN

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Organization:

Radiation Oncology/Therapists

Job Summary:

JOB SUMMARY
The radiation therapist is an integral part of the radiation oncology treatment team. This person is responsible for the accurate delivery of therapeutic radiation treatments to patients and simulations for patient treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist. The therapist must have a thorough understanding of the rationale for radiation therapy as well as skills in patient assessment and interpersonal communication.

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Location: Vanderbilt Health Nashville TN

Schedule: PRN / Flexible Hours

Department: Radiation Oncology

Make a Difference at Vanderbilt Health
Join one of the nations leading Radiation Oncology teams delivering advanced cancer care to adult and pediatric patients. As a Radiation Therapist youll play a critical role in providing precise compassionate radiation treatments that help patients navigate their cancer journey with dignity and hope.

What Youll Do

• Deliver daily radiation therapy treatments using Varian Linear Accelerators (Linac)

• Perform CT simulations and clinical simulations per protocol

• Accurately document treatment records and maintain compliance with safety standards

• Collaborate with radiation oncologists and the care team to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Where Youll Work

• Primary Location: The Vanderbilt Clinic Nashville TN

• Optional PRN Shifts: Lebanon Franklin Spring Hill and Clarksville locations

What Were Looking For

• ARRT Certification (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Required

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• High emotional intelligence and compassion for patients

• Flexibility and a team-first mindset to support care delivery across locations

Why Join Vanderbilt Health

• Work with state-of-the-art technology and nationally ranked providers

• Be part of a mission-driven team focused on patient-centered care

• Gain exposure to a diverse patient population including pediatrics

• Enjoy flexible PRN scheduling and opportunities for growth (full-time role anticipated next year!)

Technical Skills Youll Use

• Radiation Therapy Delivery

• CT Simulation Technology

• Patient Documentation & EMR Systems

Ready to bring your expertise to a team thats transforming cancer care in Tennessee

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Administers daily radiation therapy treatments to patients assigned to the treatment unit accurately and efficiently at a speed consistent with patient scheduling for pediatric adult and geriatric patients.
Maintains records of daily treatment and other records as required.
Participates in orientation and training of all new radiation therapists to include treatment unit-specific procedures and protocols on call-procedures simulation procedures and protocols and provides feedback in a timely manner to clinic director.
Performs computed tomography (CT) simulation procedures and clinical simulations according to established department protocols.
The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
Radiation Therapy (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to administers daily radiation therapy treatments to patients assigned to the treatment unit accurately and efficiently at a speed consistent with patient scheduling for pediatric adult and geriatric patients.
Computerized Tomography Technology (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate computerized tomography technology in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.
Training (Novice): Has presented course modules as part of a program. Effectively prepared by demonstrating knowledge in course content structure and objectives as well as audience characteristics. Demonstrated audience sensitivity and awareness. Responded professionally to content questions.
Patient Documentation (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient documentation in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive diagnostic and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Healths reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies ones own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies tools and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level :

Less than 1 year

Education:

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

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