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Arbor Therapy
Glendale, Arizona

Pediatriac PRN Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistContract

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Job Description

PRN 1099 Speech-Language Pathologist – Glendale Clinic

Arbor Therapy is seeking a PRN 1099 Speech-Language Pathologist to support our Glendale clinic team! In this flexible contractor role, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based speech and language services to children and young adults with a variety of communication, feeding, and developmental needs. Opportunities may include completing evaluations and assisting with make-up sessions based on clinic and client needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced clinicians seeking flexible scheduling while making a meaningful impact in the lives of the children and families we serve. We are especially interested in speech-language pathologists with experience in pediatrics, early intervention, developmental disabilities, feeding disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.

About Arbor Therapy

Arbor Therapy is a leading provider of speech, occupational, and feeding therapy services throughout Arizona. Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate, and evidence-based care to every client and family we serve. We believe in a collaborative, strengths-based approach and are committed to helping each client achieve their highest level of independence and success.

Why Partner with Arbor Therapy?

As a PRN contractor, you'll enjoy flexibility while becoming part of a supportive and collaborative clinical community. Our multidisciplinary team values clinical excellence, family-centered care, and ongoing professional growth. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced therapists dedicated to improving outcomes for the children and families we serve.

Whether you're looking to supplement your current caseload, increase your evaluation opportunities, or provide additional therapy services on a flexible basis, Arbor Therapy offers meaningful opportunities to make a difference in your community.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
  • Current Arizona Speech-Language Pathologist license in good standing
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) through ASHA preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of pediatric clinical experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain prior to start date
  • Article 9 Certification or ability to obtain prior to start date
  • Current CPR Certification or ability to obtain prior to start date
  • Current professional liability (malpractice) insurance meeting Arbor Therapy requirements
  • Ability to independently evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for pediatric clients
  • Experience providing speech-language therapy services to children with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, speech sound disorders, language disorders, and related diagnoses
  • Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) assessment and intervention preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills

Ability to work collaboratively with families, caregivers, physicians, educators, and interdisciplinary team members

Ability to maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with company, state, payer, and regulatory requirements

  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between clinic locations, if applicable
  • Ability to pass all required background checks and credentialing requirements

Independent Contractor Requirements

  • Must maintain own professional liability insurance.
  • Responsible for maintaining all required professional licenses, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
  • Must be eligible to work as an independent contractor under applicable state and federal regulations.
  • Ability to provide services during clinic hours based on client demand and contractor availability.

Key Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based speech and language services to children and young adults with various communication and developmental needs. Responsibilities include completing evaluations and assisting with make-up sessions at the Glendale clinic.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Pediatric Speech TherapyClinical DocumentationTreatment PlanningInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient Evaluation

Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 44% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatriac PRN Speech Language Pathologist at Arbor Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) — ranked against 582 active Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top contract/1099 Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

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Salary Distribution34 jobs · 31 employers

10
<$100k
7
$100k-120k
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$120k-140k
9
$140k-160k
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$160k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 31 employers

401k / retirement match
91%
CME allowance
60% this job
Sign-on bonus
11%
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 582 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Glendale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$384k
Typical market rent
$1,507/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Arbor Therapy

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Chandler, Arizona
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Professional growth opportunities