Pulmonary Function Technologist/UKHC

University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details Job Title Pulmonary Function Technologist/UKHC Requisition Number RE30081 Working Title Pulmonary Function Technologist Department Name H3410:Therapeutic Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education AS Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification REGISTRY ELIGIBLE Physical Requirements The ability to lift, push, and/or pull objects weighing over 50 lbs.; stand and/or walk for extended periods of time with objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; perform tasks requiring a substantial amount of kneeling and reaching overhead; and working in confined spaces. This position may also involve exposure to loud noises and/or bloodborne/airborne pathogens. Shift Monday - Friday, dayshift, rotate holidays. Job Summary Special Diagnostics provides specialized testing designed to provide accurate diagnostic data to requesting physicians. The position of Pulmonary Function Technologist performs diagnostic resting related to lung function. Given the COVID -19 pandemic, and the need to protect patient, employee, and visitor safety, UK HealthCare is requiring all employees to comply with the COVID -19 vaccination policy prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of September 15, 2021, UK HealthCare requires all employees, including new hires prior to their first day of employment, to submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID -19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID -19 (i.e., two weeks past completing their complete COVID -19 vaccination series), or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal vaccine exemption process from the COVID -19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID -19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Communications and computer skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Associate in Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy degree and pulmonary function experience. CPFT / RPFT credential or willingness to take this NBRC credentialing exam with one year of employment preferred. Deadline to Apply 11/16/2021 University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Which of the following National Board of Respiratory Care Credentials do you have or are eligible for? None Certified Respiratory Therapist-CRT (only) Registered Respiratory Therapist-RRT * Do you have a current Kentucky respiratory care practitioner's license or are eligible to obtain one? Yes No * Please indicate your amount of paid work experience as a pulmonary function technologist(CPFT). None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years * Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect patient, employee, and visitor safety, UK HealthCare is requiring all employees to comply with the COVID-19 vaccination policy prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of September 15, 2021, UK HealthCare requires all employees, including new hires prior to their first day of employment, to submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19 (i.e., two weeks past completing their complete COVID-19 vaccination series), or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal vaccine exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated. I understand that I will be required to comply with the new COVID-19 vaccination policy prior to starting employment at UK HealthCare. Yes No * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience. (Open Ended Question) * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork? Yes No * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? InsideHigherEd.com HigherEdJobs.com Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium) InsightIntoDiversity.com Latinosinhighered.com HospitalCareers.com Indeed.com LinkedIn.com Institute for Diversity in Health Management A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member None of the Above Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI272408737