Respiratory Technician II / On Call

Job Title
Respiratory Technician II / On Call


Requisition Number
DU09433


Department Name
H3410: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


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
12/01/2024


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