PRN Radiation Therapist - ARRT Certified

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Rad Onc Lebanon

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.

Location:

Lebanon, TN | Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center at Vanderbilt Wilson County

Schedule:

PRN | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM | No weekends or on-call

Department:
Radiation Oncology | Advanced Cancer Care

Are you an ARRT-certified Radiation Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in a patient-centered oncology environment? Join the Radiation Oncology team at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Lebanon, where you'll help deliver advanced radiation therapy using state-of-the-art technology in a supportive, multidisciplinary setting.

You’ll be part of a nationally recognized cancer program known for innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and a strong commitment to advancing cancer care across Tennessee.

The Lebanon location provides comprehensive cancer services in a modern, patient-focused setting, offering:

• A full multidisciplinary cancer care team
• Advanced radiation oncology services using a Varian Ethos linear accelerator
• Eight private infusion suites and an on-site infusion pharmacy
• Integrated palliative care and pain management services
• Access to innovative treatments, clinical expertise, and collaborative care

• Deliver external beam radiation therapy using the Varian Ethos platform.
• Perform CT simulations and brachytherapy simulations according to protocol.
• Document treatments accurately in Aria and Epic EMR systems.
• Work closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and other care team members.
• Contribute to a supportive, respectful, and patient‑focused environment.
• 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.

• Radiation Therapy (Novice):
  Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to administer 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…