Respiratory Technician II / On Call

Respiratory Technician II / On Call

Requisition Number:

DU09433

Department Name:

H3411:Therapeutic Services

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Salary Range:

$17.50 - $24.50

Type of Position:

Staff

Position Time Status :

On Call

Required Education:

Must have completed at least two semesters of an accredited respiratory therapy program and be a current active student in that program.

Required Related Experience:

None

Required License/Registration/Certification:

Kentucky Respiratory Care Student Practitioner Limited License at time of hire

Physical Requirements:

Walking, Sitting, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

Shift:

As determined by department needs

Job Summary:

The respiratory technician II will have succesfully completed the first two semesters of an accredited respiratory therapy program and will have obtained a student license from the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care. The respiratory technician II will be primarily be assigned shifts performing direct patient care for those therapies and patient care activities that are in the scope of student licensure per the KBRC. They may also at times be assigned shifts performing EKGs in the ED or supporting equipment needs for the respiratory services department. The respiratory technician II will also support equipment cleaning and reprocessing as well as cylinder storage rounds as needed during a shift.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

Knowledge commensurate with a respiratory therapy student who has completed two semesters of an accredited program.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Deadline to Apply:

07/14/2025

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.