Respiratory Care Supervisor/UKHC

Job Title
Respiratory Care Supervisor/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE54104

Working Title
Respiratory Care Supervisor - Golisano Children Hospital

Department Name
H3410:Respiratory Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
12

Salary Range
$30.00-53.67/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AS

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 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 regularly lift, carry, push and/or pull 25-100 lbs., as well as stand, walk, and sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments, and occasional job-related travel.

Shift

This is a night shift position, 7:00pm – 7:30am, with required weekends, holidays and on call hours.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Supervisor – Golisano Children Hospital will be responsible for the immediate supervision of technical and clinical operations for Respiratory Care Services. This individual will review work schedules and ensure efficient day-to-day operations for each modality, as well as quality assurance of patient care services. Will also serve as a resource and mentor for staff, and a liaison for Respiratory Care staff who see pediatric patients throughout the hospital. Additional duties will include quality, compliance, customer service, and staff management.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills; extensive knowledge of various computer programs; exceptional leadership skills; and extensive adult critical care skills and knowledge.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

A Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of adult critical care experience.

Deadline to Apply
04/28/2026

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.

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