What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Respiratory Therapist/UKHC position at University Of Kentucky?
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 Mon-Friday 7 : 30-4 : 00, occasional holiday coverage required Job Summary The Lead Respiratory Therapist – Pulmonary Function supports coordination of quality pulmonary diagnostic testing throughout the UKHC enterprise. The Lead Respiratory Therapist – Pulmonary Function performs diagnostic services and is also a clinical expert for other PFT staff. This position is also a liaison for patients, visitors, families, physicians, other hospital departments, and external ancillary services, communicating patient care, departmental and staff issues to the appropriate authority. This position assists the Pulmonary Supervisor with staff and patient scheduling, daily assignments, and timecard verification. This position provides staff coaching, and also supports staff orientation, competency verification, training, and general professional development as directed by the Pulmonary Supervisor and Enterprise Director of Respiratory Services.
IEBC (Internal Candidate Being Considered) Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have patient care experience, strong computer skills, previous Microsoft Office experience, and excellent communication skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of Pulmonary Function Testing experience. Deadline to Apply 02 / 25 / 2025 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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.
Salary : $26 - $46
