Radiation Therapist PRN-1

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Spring Hill, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist 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. 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 Health’s 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.

Requirements

Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Relevant Work Experience
Less than 1 year of experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

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.
Additional duties may be assigned.