Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Richmond and Norfolk, Virginia

Heartbeat Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Flexible scheduling

No nights, weekends, or holidays

Clinical independence

Job summary

Crosswalk Health is hiring Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) to perform spirometry in primary care clinics in Richmond and Norfolk, VA.

The role offers Monday–Friday daytime scheduling with no nights or holidays, flexible (1–5 days/week), and 1099 contractor terms. Candidates should have current credentials and experience with bedside spirometry; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Current CRT, RRT, CPFT, or RPFT credential.
• Experience performing bedside spirometry or pulmonary function testing.
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices and safe albuterol administration.
• Willingness to commute to clinics in the region.
• Flexible schedule availability.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visit local primary care clinics to perform pre- and post-bronchodilator spirometry testing.
• Educate and coach patients to ensure accurate, high-quality results.
• Safely administer albuterol when indicated and monitor patients throughout testing.
• Grade and upload completed testing for pulmonologist review.
• Maintain testing equipment and follow quality and safety standards.
• Build trusted relationships with patients and clinic teams while representing Crosswalk Health with professionalism and compassion.

Skills

Independent work

Reliability

Communication

Adaptability

Tech adoption

Education

CRT/RRT/CPFT/RPFT credential

Job description

About Crosswalk Health

Crosswalk Health is reimagining pulmonary care by bringing high-quality, guideline-based outpatient spirometry testing into primary care clinics, especially in rural and underserved communities. COPD is the third leading cause of death in the U.S., and our work helps providers detect disease earlier, reduce hospitalizations, and improve patients’ quality of life. Our mission is to deliver virtual-first, data-driven pulmonary care at scale, ensuring patients and clinicians have access to high-quality respiratory care–no matter where they are.

We’re hiring Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) to perform simple spirometry testing (pre/post albuterol) at primary care clinics in Richmond and Norfolk, Virginia.

About the Role:

Why Join?

This role is ideal for RTs/PFTs who value:

• Monday–Friday daytime schedule
• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Flexible scheduling (1–5 days per week)
• Consistent weekday opportunities in a 1099 contractor role
• Competitive daily pay
• Clinical independence with a supportive, collaborative team
• The opportunity to grow alongside a rapidly expanding healthcare compan

What You’ll Do

• Visit local primary care clinics to perform pre- and post-bronchodilator spirometry testing
• Educate and coach patients to ensure accurate, high-quality results
• Safely administer albuterol when indicated and monitor patients throughout testing
• Grade and upload completed testing for pulmonologist review
• Maintain testing equipment and follow quality and safety standards
• Build trusted relationships with patients and clinic teams while representing Crosswalk Health with professionalism and compassion

About You:

Ideal Candidate

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:

• Enjoy working independently and take ownership of your day
• Are dependable and reliable—patients, clinic partners, and teammates know they can count on you
• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, providers, and coworkers
• Are adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable navigating change
• Enjoy learning new technology and continuously improving your skills
• Take pride in delivering exceptional patient experiences and high-quality c

Qualifications

• Current CRT, RRT, CPFT, or RPFT credential
• Experience performing bedside spirometry or pulmonary function testing
• Knowledge of respiratory therapy practices and safe albuterol administration
• Comfortable commuting to clinics throughout a region
• Available to work a flexible schedule
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

$245 - $300 a day