Respiratory Therapist Senior/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Senior at Albert B. Chandler Hospital to ensure high-quality patient care through airway management, ventilator management, and respiratory therapies.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to policy, and collaboration with the care team. The ideal candidate has licensure and NBRC certification, hospital experience preferred, and strong computer and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensure through the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care and RRT certification through NBRC at time of hire.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide airway management and mechanical ventilator management.
• Perform blood gas analysis, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy.
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely.
• Communicate with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Computer skills

Communication skills

Job description

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 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.) Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist Senior at Albert B. Chandler Hospital 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?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Hospital experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/17/2026

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.