Speech Language Pathologist - Contract​/1099

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Specialty Services, the Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) Contract Evaluator efficiently and accurately provides evidence‑based speech and language evaluations. This role focuses strictly on diagnostic clinical evaluations to identify speech, language, and communication challenges, helping to build a comprehensive picture of a child's needs. This is an evaluation‑only role and does not include ongoing treatment or therapy sessions.

• Complete a minimum of 6 comprehensive speech and language evaluations per week (90‑minute direct clinical service sessions).
• Complete all necessary clinical documentation (30 minute documentation time per evaluation) and care recommendations accurately and in a timely manner. All documentation time is considered clinical time and is fully compensated at the standard hourly rate.
• Focus exclusively on high‑quality diagnostic testing; make appropriate recommendations and referrals for therapy goals and services based on evaluation results (no ongoing treatment/tx caseload management required).
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of behavioral health clinicians and Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners (CRNPs) to provide comprehensive, whole‑child care.
• Participate in weekly team meetings (approximately 60 minutes per week) to provide input on clinical and administrative insights.
• Maintain a clinical schedule focused on weekday evaluations after 3:00 PM EST and/or weekend evaluations.

• Education: Master’s degree (or higher) in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited university.
• Licensure: Valid state license in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland or New Jersey in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Experience: At least two (2) years of experience providing speech and language services in a pediatric or multidisciplinary setting; experience with telehealth/virtual evaluations is preferred.

$55 USD per hour.

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