Pulmonary Specialist/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on April 29, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Pulmonary Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45114
Working Title
Pulmonary Specialist/UKHC
Department Name
H3410:Therapeutic Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
11
Salary Range
$26.00-45.70/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
0 yrs
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
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
This will be primarily a day shift, Monday – Friday
Job Summary
Functions as a team member in providing comprehensive therapeutic care as part of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Primary focus is to assess and instruct patients in self-management skills, progress exercise in a safe manner and monitor patient's tolerance, identify appropriate oxygen devices and titrate oxygen to maintain oxygen saturation per protocol or physician plan of car, and participate in development of individualized treatment plans (ITPs). Serves as a resource for other pulmonary rehabilitation team members regarding respiratory care techniques. Provides maintenance of treatment areas, equipment and records. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have patient care experience; strong computer skills; and excellent communication skills. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) will be required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Hospital experience is preferred or ambulatory rehabilitation experience.
Deadline to Apply
05/07/2024
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 (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Pulmonary Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45114
Working Title
Pulmonary Specialist/UKHC
Department Name
H3410:Therapeutic Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
11
Salary Range
$26.00-45.70/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
0 yrs
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
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
This will be primarily a day shift, Monday – Friday
Job Summary
Functions as a team member in providing comprehensive therapeutic care as part of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Primary focus is to assess and instruct patients in self-management skills, progress exercise in a safe manner and monitor patient's tolerance, identify appropriate oxygen devices and titrate oxygen to maintain oxygen saturation per protocol or physician plan of car, and participate in development of individualized treatment plans (ITPs). Serves as a resource for other pulmonary rehabilitation team members regarding respiratory care techniques. Provides maintenance of treatment areas, equipment and records. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have patient care experience; strong computer skills; and excellent communication skills. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) will be required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Hospital experience is preferred or ambulatory rehabilitation experience.
Deadline to Apply
05/07/2024
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 hospital experience in Respiratory Care?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a current Kentucky respiratory care practitioner's license or are eligible to obtain one?
- Yes
- No
- * Please select the response that best represents your paid employment experience in patient care, medical office/clinic or related clerical duties.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years
- * 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?
- 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
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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