"Sr. Respiratory Therapist on-call/KCH -Nights"

Job Details

Job Title: Sr. Respiratory Therapist on-call/KCH -Nights

Requisition Number: DU11239

Department Name: H3411:Therapeutic Services

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $26 - $46

Type of Position: Temporary

Position Time Status: On Call

Required Education: REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (through the National Board of Respiratory Care)

Required Related Experience: No experience necessary

Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered – NBRC
Active Ky Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Physical Requirements: The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 25-100 pounds on a daily basis, as well as stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments

Shift: Shifts are 7pm to 7:30am as determined by department need. Some holidays and weekends are required.

Job Summary: 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 they relate to assure quality 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 establish the quality care of patients. Please apply for all positions for which you feel qualified; if you do not apply for a specific position, you cannot be considered for that position.

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 and pediatric experience preferred

Deadline to Apply: 01/13/2026