Job Information
University of Kentucky Respiratory Therapist Senior/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Respiratory Therapist Senior/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE46447 |
| Working Title | Respiratory Therapist Senior - Chandler |
| 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 at time of hire; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board of Respiratory Care within 6 months 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 | o Albert B. Chandler Hospital remains the No. 1 hospital in Kentucky and the Bluegrass Region, according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Rankings and offers a large, state-of-the-art (569-bed) teaching hospital with over 100 ICU beds across multiple service lines. Chandler hosts the region’s only Level 1 trauma center and is also home to the Markey Cancer Center which has earned designation by the National Cancer Institute. A great opportunity for new graduates, respiratory therapists at Chandler 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 | Hospital experience preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 10/15/2024 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
- Are you currently credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)?
- Yes
- Eligible to obtain within 6 months of hire
- No
- Do you currently hold a Kentucky Respiratory Care Practitioner License through the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care (KBRC) or are you eligible to obtain by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
- Please indicate your years of paid work experience with respiratory care.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- Careerbuilder.com
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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