Respiratory Therapist Senior/UKHC

Job Title
Respiratory Therapist Senior/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE48481


Working Title
Respiratory Therapist Senior - KY Children’s Hospital


Department Name
H3410:Therapeutic Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
11


Salary Range
$26.00-45.70/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

AS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

No experience required.



Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensure through the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board of Respiratory Care at time of hire.



Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; intermittently standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasionally working at heights above four feet and/or in confined spaces. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.



Shift

Must be able to work three 12.5-hour shifts per week (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.) Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.



Job Summary

UK HealthCare is seeking a registered respiratory therapist dedicated to wellness, safety, and patient-centered care to join our team at Albert B. Chandler Hospital. The Respiratory Therapist Senior ensures competent care of patients through airway management, mechanical ventilator management, blood gases, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and other duties as it relates to assure the quality of patient care. The ideal candidate will perform proper documentation of patient care activities and interventions; record therapy and results as required by hospital policy and regulatory agencies; and communicate with other healthcare teams to ensure the quality care of patients.



Kentucky Children’s Hospital (KCH) is a hospital within a hospital, located on multiple floors of the Chandler Medical Center. Boasting state’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with 70-beds, respiratory therapists are an integral part of the delivery team and the bedside care team. In acute and progressive care, respiratory therapists provide protocol guided care for bronchiolitis, asthma, and oxygen delivery. A great opportunity for new graduates, respiratory therapists at KCH will have the excellent opportunity to deliver a considerable range of services covered under their RT license.



The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $30.00/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have patient care experience; strong computer skills; and excellent communication skills.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Pediatric respiratory experience in a hospital setting preferred.



Deadline to Apply
01/01/2025


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