Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology (ARRT Certified)

.

Are you an ARRT (T)-certified Radiation Therapist looking to grow your career at one of the nation's leading academic medical centers? Vanderbilt Health is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Radiation Therapist to join our nationally recognized Radiation Oncology team at The Vanderbilt Clinic in Nashville, Tennessee.

This unique opportunity offers exposure to advanced radiation therapy technology, adult and pediatric oncology patients, clinical trials, specialized treatment techniques, and the collaborative culture of a world-class teaching hospital. Anticipated start date: Early 2027 due to departmental growth.

Join a team of 23 Radiation Therapists serving a diverse patient population that includes:

• Adult and pediatric oncology patients
• Clinical trial participants
• VA inpatient referrals
• Patients requiring anesthesia
• Complex and highly specialized cancer cases

Vanderbilt Radiation Oncology offers access to leading-edge technology, including:

• Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
• Varian Ethos Adaptive Therapy
• Novalis TX System
• New Varian Edge technology currently being added

You'll also gain exposure to specialized treatments such as:

• Cardiac radiation therapy
• Skin surface treatments
• Total body irradiation (TBI)
• Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
• Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• Clinical trial therapies

Additional advantages include a dedicated in-house radiation equipment engineer and an APEX-accredited program.

As a Radiation Therapist, you will:

• →Deliver daily radiation therapy treatments using advanced Varian technology
• →Perform CT simulations and treatment localization procedures
• →Maintain accurate treatment records and documentation
• →Ensure compliance with radiation safety standards
• →Collaborate with Radiation Oncologists, Physicists, Dosimetrists, Nurses, and fellow Therapists
• →Provide compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the treatment journey

• Full-time, Monday-Friday
• Choose from five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts
• Weekend call approximately four weekends per year
• New hires are not required to participate in call during their first year

New team members receive structured onboarding, machine-specific training, and mentorship from experienced Radiation Therapists.

Professional development includes:

• Cross-training across multiple treatment platforms
• Ongoing competency development
• Rotations on advanced technology
• Leadership development opportunities

Advancement opportunities include:

• Lead Radiation Therapist
• Chief Radiation Therapist

• ARRT (T) Certification required
• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to exceptional patient care

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Work Experience:

Experience Level :

Education:

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

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.

• Compassionate and emotionally intelligent
• Team-oriented and adaptable
• Detail-oriented with a positive attitude
• Comfortable learning multiple treatment platforms
• Dedicated to providing an outstanding patient experience

If you're looking for a Radiation Therapist career that combines advanced technology, nationally recognized cancer care, academic medicine, professional growth, and the energy of Nashville, we'd love to hear from you.

KEY 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.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

​

Core Accountabilities: