Lead Respiratory Therapist (Contract)

Crosswalk Health, Inc. • Nashville, TN

8d • $245 - $300

About The Position

The Lead Respiratory Therapist provides regional operational coordination and clinical support while continuing to perform scheduled spirometry services. The role manages RT schedules and coverage, supports RTs and clinic partners, monitors regional staffing needs, and keeps Operations informed of relevant concerns. The Regional Lead is expected to independently resolve routine operational issues and promptly escalate significant or unresolved matters. Hiring and termination decisions, formal discipline, payroll, compensation, contract negotiations, major client escalations, and HR matters remain the responsibility of Operations leadership.

The position requires weekday availability and willingness and ability to provide backup clinical coverage when needed. Compensation includes a recommended starting leadership stipend of $750 bi-weekly, in addition to an established daily rate of $245–$300 for clinical spirometry service. Stipends may vary based on the size and complexity of the assigned region and its operational workload.

Requirements

• Active Respiratory Therapist credentials and all required state licensure.
• Strong clinical performance and understanding of spirometry.
• Demonstrated reliability and attendance.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage changing schedules and priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Comfort communicating directly with clinic managers and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to remain calm and solution-oriented when unexpected issues occur.
• Strong knowledge of Crosswalk workflows and expectations.
• Weekday availability and willingness and ability to provide backup clinical coverage when needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional RT schedules, coordinate absences and schedule changes, resolve call-out coverage needs, and arrange backup or float coverage when available.
• Serve as the primary contact for routine operational questions, communicate updates and expectations, support new RTs, and escalate recurring performance or attendance concerns to Operations Leadership.
• Maintain relationships with clinic managers, address routine scheduling and operational concerns, and communicate changes affecting clinic operations.
• Perform scheduled spirometry services and provide support for routine workflow, equipment, technology, and documentation questions.
• Monitor staffing and coverage needs, identify potential service disruptions, participate in operational check-ins, and provide weekly updates to Operations on staffing, coverage, clinic concerns, and other relevant issues.
• Independently resolve routine operational issues, including scheduling adjustments, call-out coverage, routine clinic communication, and coordination with available float RTs.
• Promptly escalate significant or unresolved issues.
• Perform other duties as necessary to meet business and operational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed