Radiation Therapist: Impactful Cancer Care & CT Sim

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville is seeking a Radiation Therapist to accurately deliver therapeutic radiation treatments and simulations 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.

The Radiation Therapist administers daily treatments, maintains detailed records, participates in staff training, and performs CT

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required for radiologic technologists.
• Graduate of an approved discipline specific program.
• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.

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.

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

ARRT certification (Radiography)

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville is seeking a Radiation Therapist to accurately deliver therapeutic radiation treatments and simulations 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.

The Radiation Therapist administers daily treatments, maintains detailed records, participates in staff training, and performs CT