Radiation Therapist - ARRT Certified

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Vanderbilt’s 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 - ARRT Certified Location: The Vanderbilt Clinic – Nashville, TN Full-Time Radiation Therapist Opportunity Vanderbilt Health is hiring a full-time ARRT-certified Radiation Therapist to join our Radiation Oncology team in Nashville, Tennessee. This Radiation Therapist role provides high-quality radiation therapy treatments for cancer patients using advanced radiation therapy equipment, including Varian Linear Accelerators. This position is ideal for an experienced Radiation Therapist or a newly certified Radiation Therapist seeking a strong clinical environment, consistent patient volume, and a collaborative oncology team.

Requirements

• ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy required
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills
• Ability to follow detailed clinical protocols with accuracy
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered cancer care
• Ability to work in a fast-paced radiation oncology clinic treating a high volume of cancer patients

Nice To Haves

• Varian Linac experience
• Experience with CT simulation
• Experience with 3D, IMRT, IGRT, and image-guided radiation therapy procedures
• Experience working in a radiation oncology department or cancer center

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily external beam radiation therapy treatments as a Radiation Therapist
• Operate Varian Linear Accelerators and assist with machine warm-up and quality checks
• Perform CT simulation procedures and support 3D, IMRT, and IGRT workflows
• Prepare immobilization devices and support patient setup for precise radiation therapy
• Confirm treatment parameters and verify plans with dosimetry and physics teams
• Complete accurate EMR documentation and maintain treatment records in the oncology information system
• Ensure strict adherence to radiation therapy safety and quality assurance procedures
• Provide patient education, emotional support, and clear communication throughout treatment
• Collaborate with radiation oncologists, nurses, physicists, dosimetrists, and therapy staff
• Assist with workflow improvements, patient scheduling, and daily clinic operations
• Support pediatric and adult radiation therapy needs
• Maintain a clean and safe radiation therapy treatment 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.

Benefits

• Benefits available on day one for full-time employees
• Opportunity to work with advanced radiation therapy treatment technology
• Collaborative and highly experienced Radiation Oncology team in Nashville, TN
• Opportunity to support pediatric and adult cancer patients
• Access to continuing education, oncology conferences, and professional development
• Well-established academic medical center known for research, innovation, and cancer treatment excellence
• Stable schedule, supportive leadership, and a mission-driven patient care environment
• Exposure to a wide range of cancer diagnoses, treatment plans, and radiation therapy techniques

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees