Respiratory Therapist II, Critical Care – Evening/NOC

UofL Health, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to join the team at Jewish Hospital - UMC in Louisville, KY. The role requires a current license, critical care experience, and capability in airway management and ventilator support.

Responsibilities include administering therapies, assisting with chest physiotherapy, monitoring patients, and educating families. The position aligns with hospital protocols and quality care standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Science – Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Master's in Health Science – Respiratory Therapy is preferred.
• Active license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care (KBRC) is required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (NBRC) required; keep current.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NRPs within 1 year for neonatal ICU orientation (UofL only).

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers respiratory therapies and medications per protocol.
• Operates ventilators and manages settings per provider orders.
• Administers airway management and chest physiotherapy.
• Performs arterial blood sampling and blood gas analyses.
• Provides patient and family education and supports department goals.

Skills

Critical Care experience

Airway management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Science – Respiratory Therapy

Master's in Health Science – Respiratory Therapy

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to join the team at Jewish Hospital - UMC in Louisville, KY. The role requires a current license, critical care experience, and capability in airway management and ventilator support.

Responsibilities include administering therapies, assisting with chest physiotherapy, monitoring patients, and educating families. The position aligns with hospital protocols and quality care standards.