Sr. Respiratory Therapist on-call (Days)

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks a Sr. Respiratory Therapist on-call (Days) to support respiratory care services in Lexington, KY. The role includes ventilator management, airway support, oxygen delivery, and code response under licensure.

On-call shifts are 12 hours, 7am–7:30pm, including holidays and weekends. Requires an AAS in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC registration, and active KY license.

Qualifications

• AAS in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Hospital related experience is required.
• Active NBRC registration is required.
• KY Respiratory Care Practitioner license is required.

Responsibilities

• Ventilator management and airway maintenance under respiratory licensure responsibilities.
• Oxygen administration and specialty gas administration as needed.
• Code responses and related respiratory care duties.

Skills

Hospital experience

Respiratory therapy

Education

AAS in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC Registered

KY Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Job description

Sr. Respiratory Therapist on-call (Days)

Job Title Sr. Respiratory Therapist on-call (Days)

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU10476

Department Name

Department Name H3411:Therapeutic Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $25 - $45

Type of Position

Type of Position Temporary

Position Time Status

Position Time Status On Call

Required Education

AAS – Respiratory Therapy

Required Related Experience

Hospital related experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered – NBRC
Active Ky Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Physical Requirements

Walking, Sitting, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

Shift

On-call requires 12 hour shifts. 7am-7:30pm Holidays and weekends included.
Work hours opposite of the primary shift mentioned can/may be required per department staffing needs

Job Summary

Respiratory Care Services including ventilator management, airway maintenance and support, oxyen administration, specialty gas administration, code responses, and other services under the respiratory licensure responsibilities.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/20/2026

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.

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