Respiratory Therapist Senior/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky HealthCare is seeking a Senior Respiratory Therapist for UKHC in Lexington, KY. The role focuses on advanced respiratory care, including airway management and ventilator support, within a busy hospital setting.

The ideal candidate holds an AS, RRT certification, and strong teamwork skills to collaborate with nurses and physicians in delivering high-quality patient care at Good Samaritan Hospital and affiliated units.

Qualifications

• Patient care experience required.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage airway and ventilator therapy as assigned.
• Document patient care activities per hospital policy and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient care experience

Computer skills

Excellent communication

Education

AS

Job description

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist Senior/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE56314

Working Title

Respiratory Therapist Senior

Department Name

H6270:Therapeutic Services

Work Location

Lexington,KY

Grade Level

11

Salary Range

$30.00-45.70/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 Good Samaritan Hospital, a smaller (180-bed) hospital that provides community-based patient care while still offering ICU , progressive and acute levels of care. A great opportunity for new graduates, Good Samaritan offers a community hospital feel where it is easy to quickly develop strong working relationships with nursing and physician teams.

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.

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

11/10/2026

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.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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 background check and/or drug screen.