PRN Radiation Therapist u2013 ARRT Certified

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 of individuals 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 uniqueness is 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. Vanderbiltu2019s 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. . PRN Radiation Therapist u2013 ARRT Certified Location: Nashville, TN Organization: Vanderbilt Health Schedule: PRN / Flexible Department: Radiation Oncology Summary Vanderbilt Health is seeking an ARRTu2011certified PRN Radiation Therapist to support our APEXu2011accredited Radiation Oncology program in Nashville, Tennessee. This flexible PRN role is ideal for local therapists seeking supplemental hours, experience with advanced Varian technology, and opportunities to work with both adult and pediatric patients. Key Responsibilities u2022 Deliver external beam radiation therapy treatments using Varian Linear Accelerators u2022 Perform CT simulations and clinical simulations per protocol u2022 Maintain accurate treatment documentation and electronic medical records u2022 Follow all safety, regulatory, and quality assurance standards u2022 Collaborate with radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and support staff u2022 Provide PRN coverage across multiple Vanderbilt Radiation Oncology locations as needed Technology and Equipment u2022 Varian Edge linear accelerators u2022 Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators u2022 Varian Ethos adaptive therapy system u2022 Novalis platform u2022 Fifth treatment vault under construction u2022 Dedicated fullu2011time inu2011clinic engineer supporting radiation therapy equipment Primary Location u2022 The Vanderbilt Clinic u2013 Nashville, TN Additional PRN Coverage Locations (Optional) u2022 Vanderbilt Lebanon u2022 Vanderbilt Franklin u2022 Vanderbilt Spring Hill u2022 Vanderbilt Clarksville Required Qualifications u2022 ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy u2022 Experience with Varian Linear Accelerators preferred u2022 Ability to work with adult and pediatric patients u2022 Strong communication and patientu2011centered care skills u2022 Flexibility to support multiple clinic locations Why Join Vanderbilt Health as a PRN Radiation Therapist u2022 Flexible scheduling u2022 Ideal for therapists seeking supplemental income or additional shifts u2022 Opportunity to work across multiple clinical environments u2022 Access to advanced radiation therapy technology u2022 Supportive, teamu2011oriented environment u2022 Exposure to diverse diagnoses and treatment techniques u2022 Potential future consideration for fullu2011time opportunities Skills Used in This Role u2022 External Beam Radiation Therapy u2022 Varian Linac operation u2022 CT Simulation u2022 Imageu2011Guided Radiation Therapy u2022 EMR documentation u2022 Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance u2022 Patient positioning and communication Apply Today If you are an ARRTu2011certified Radiation Therapist seeking flexible PRN work in the Nashville area, Vanderbilt Health encourages you to apply. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES u2022 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. u2022 Maintains records of daily treatment and other records as required. u2022 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. u2022 Performs computed tomography (CT) simulation procedures and clinical simulations according to established department protocols. u2022 The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES u2022 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. u2022 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. u2022 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. u2022 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 Healthu2019s 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. u200b 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 one's 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 to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled._

Created: 2026-02-20