Radiation Therapist – PRN – ARRT Certified

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Job Location:

Nashville, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville Tennessee and operating at a global crossroads of teaching discovery and patient care VUMC is a community ofindividuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued your knowledge expanded and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniquenessis sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilts mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care education and research.

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.

Radiation Therapist PRN ARRT Certified

Location: Vanderbilt Health Nashville TN
Schedule: PRN / Flexible Hours
Department: Radiation Oncology

Make a Difference at Vanderbilt Health

Vanderbilt Health is seeking an ARRT-certified Radiation Therapist for a PRN position within our APEX-accredited Radiation Oncology program. This PRN Radiation Therapist role provides the opportunity to support one of the nations leading oncology teams while maintaining flexible scheduling options. Vanderbilt treats both adult and pediatric patients and offers exposure to advanced treatment technology used in modern radiation therapy.

What You Will Do
Deliver daily external beam radiation therapy treatments using Varian Linear Accelerators
Perform CT simulation procedures and clinical simulations per protocol
Maintain accurate treatment documentation and EMR records
Follow all safety quality assurance and radiation therapy compliance standards
Collaborate with radiation oncologists physicists dosimetrists nurses and the broader care team
Support workflow and patient care across multiple Vanderbilt Radiation Oncology locations as needed

Advanced Technology and Clinical Environment
APEX-accredited Radiation Oncology program
Two Varian Edge linear accelerators
Two Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators
One Varian Ethos adaptive therapy unit
One Novalis platform
Fifth treatment vault currently under construction
In-clinic full-time engineer dedicated to radiation therapy equipment providing consistent machine uptime and rapid support
Opportunity to treat both adult and pediatric patients

Where You May Work
Primary PRN Location: The Vanderbilt Clinic Nashville TN
Additional optional PRN coverage may be available at:
Vanderbilt Lebanon
Vanderbilt Franklin
Vanderbilt Spring Hill
Vanderbilt Clarksville

What We Are Looking For
ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy required
Experience with Varian Linear Accelerators preferred
Ability to work with adult and pediatric patients
Strong communication and patient-centered approach
Flexibility to support multiple clinic locations based on PRN needs

Why Join Vanderbilt Health as a PRN Therapist
Flexible PRN scheduling to fit your personal and professional life
Ideal for local Radiation Therapists seeking supplemental income or extra shifts
Opportunity to gain experience across several Vanderbilt Radiation Oncology sites
Work with advanced radiation therapy equipment and a nationally recognized team
Exposure to a wide range of treatment techniques and cancer diagnoses
Supportive environment that values teamwork and clinical excellence
Potential for future consideration for full-time opportunities
Stable technology environment supported by an in-clinic engineer unique among many programs

Skills Used in This PRN Radiation Therapist Role
External Beam Radiation Therapy
Varian Linac operation
CT Simulation
Image-Guided Radiation Therapy
EMR documentation
Quality Assurance and Radiation Safety
Patient positioning and oncology communication

About This PRN Opportunity
This PRN Radiation Therapist position is designed for local candidates seeking flexible hours while contributing to a highly respected technology-forward Radiation Oncology department. Vanderbilt provides a strong clinical environment diverse patient population and reliable support systems that enable Radiation Therapists to deliver safe accurate and compassionate patient care.

Apply Today
If you are an ARRT-certified Radiation Therapist looking for flexible PRN work in Nashville Tennessee Vanderbilt Health encourages you to apply. Join a mission-driven Radiation Oncology team focused on delivering exceptional care to adult and pediatric patients.

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

Vanderbilt Health is committed tofosteringan environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

Required Experience:

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville Tennessee and operating at a global crossroads of teaching discovery and patient care VUMC is a community ofindividuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be ...