Senior Respiratory Therapist — Ventilator & Critical Care

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

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.