Senior Radiation Therapist

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Organization

Radiation Oncology/Therapists

Job Summary

Leads all daily radiation therapy treatments/simulations administered by staff Radiation Therapists and oversee all technical activities with regard to services performed by the Radiation Therapists independently.

Leads department Radiation Therapist resources to ensure all procedures are completed in a timely and efficient manner. Provides radiation therapist's staffing schedules and monitors all staff therapists' activities to ensure compliance to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

Participates and assists the Radiation Oncology Manager in long range planning activities relative to treatment/simulation services, capital and human resources for assigned areas of responsibility.

Works as a staff Radiation Therapist as need dictates in treatment and simulation areas (90% clinical/10% administrative)..

Senior Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology (ARRT Certified)

Vanderbilt Health | Nashville, TN

Full-Time | Adult & Pediatric Radiation Oncology

Monday-Friday | Flexible Scheduling (5x8s or 4x10s)

No Call | No Weekends | No Holidays

Lead. Mentor. Treat.

Vanderbilt Health is seeking an experienced Senior Radiation Therapist to support one of the region's largest and most advanced Radiation Oncology programs.

This role is ideal for a highly skilled ARRT-certified Radiation Therapist who enjoys mentoring colleagues, supporting clinical operations, and helping develop the next generation of therapists while remaining actively involved in patient care.

Working alongside department leadership, you'll serve as a clinical resource, assist with daily operations, support onboarding and staff development, and help ensure exceptional care for adult and pediatric oncology patients.

Role Allocation: Approximately 60% Clinical Care / 40% Leadership & Team Support

About the Team

Join a Collaborative Radiation Oncology Program Featuring

• 23 Radiation Therapists with continued growth planned
• Adult and pediatric oncology patients
• Clinical trial participants
• Complex and specialized cancer cases
• Multidisciplinary collaboration with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, and nursing teams

You'll serve as one of two Senior Radiation Therapists helping support therapist development and daily clinical operations.

What You'll Do

Clinical Responsibilities

• Deliver daily radiation therapy treatments using advanced technology
• Perform CT simulations and treatment localization procedures
• Maintain accurate treatment documentation
• Ensure compliance with radiation safety and departmental standards
• Collaborate with Radiation Oncologists, Physicists, Dosimetrists, and Nursing teams
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered cancer care

Leadership Responsibilities

• Serve as a mentor and day-to-day resource for Radiation Therapists
• Assist with staffing coordination and workflow management
• Support onboarding, orientation, and therapist training
• Help develop clinical competencies and best practices
• Assist leadership with staff development and operational initiatives
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and clinical excellence
• Advanced Technology

Vanderbilt Radiation Oncology utilizes leading-edge treatment platforms, including:

• Varian TrueBeam
• Varian Ethos Adaptive Therapy
• Novalis TX
• Varian Edge

Therapists Gain Exposure To

• Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
• Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• Total Body Irradiation (TBI)
• Cardiac Radiation Therapy
• Clinical Trial Therapies

Additional advantages include an APEX-accredited program, dedicated in-house equipment support, and the resources of a nationally recognized academic medical center.

What We're Looking For

Required

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

Preferred

• Experience mentoring, onboarding, or precepting Radiation Therapists
• Experience in a high-volume Radiation Oncology environment
• Interest in leadership and team development
• Experience with advanced radiation therapy technologies

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced and clinically confident Radiation Therapist
• Natural mentor and team builder
• Organized, collaborative, and adaptable
• Passionate about patient care and professional development

Why Vanderbilt Health?

At Vanderbilt Health, you'll join one of the nation's leading academic health systems, known for innovation, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care.

We Offer

• Benefits starting Day One
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits
• Continuing education and leadership development
• Nationally recognized cancer programs
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment
• Live & Work in Nashville, Tennessee

Enjoy a thriving healthcare community, vibrant food and music scene, professional sports, outdoor recreation, and no state income tax while building your career at Vanderbilt Health.

If you're an experienced Radiation Therapist ready to expand your impact through mentorship, leadership, and advanced cancer care, we invite you to apply for the Senior Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology (ARRT Certified) position at Vanderbilt Health.

Help shape the future of Radiation Oncology through clinical excellence, mentorship, and exceptional patient care.

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

• Radiation Therapy (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of radiation therapy in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
• Computerized Tomography Technology (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of computerized tomography technology in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering computerized tomography technology services without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving technical instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
• Patient Documentation (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of patient documentation in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering patient documentation services without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving technical instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
• Training & Development (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.

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Core Accountabilities

Organizational Impact: Independently delivers on objectives with understanding of how they impact the results of own area/team and other related teams. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes multiple sources of data to analyze and resolve complex problems; may take a new perspective on existing solution.

Breadth of Knowledge: Has advanced knowledge within a professional area and basic knowledge across related areas. Team Interaction: Acts as a "go-to" resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small project teams.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues: - Devel