Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) Part Time

Speech-Language PathologistNo weekendsContract

Listed compensation

$50-$60/hr

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Job Description

BMS Pediatric Therapy Group, P.C., is now hiring! We are a mobile private practice that provides speech and developmental therapy services for children, 6 months to 18 years of age. Our staff includes licensed Speech-Language Pathologists with experience working with diverse populations of children.

If you are interested in working in EI, we can help you get started! Qualified candidates have the opportunity to join our team by building a caseload of clients from birth to 3 years of age in the greater Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs. SLPs have the opportunity to provide in-home or virtual services. Opportunities for children over the age of three are also available.

Job Duties and Requirements

Pediatric experience. Speech-Language Pathologist state licensure and certification (or eligibility as a CF) in good standing. Eligibility for DHS-IL Early Intervention credentialing and ISBE Educator Licensure.

Exhibit compliance with The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, reimbursement requirements, and SLP's responsibilities.

Evaluate patients/clients; develop a plan of care with associated goals including quantifiable speech and language outcome targets.

  • Administer and interpret standardized tests for diagnosis of communication disorders.
  • Provide diagnosis, treatment, instruction, and other speech and language services according to the scope of practice limitations per State statute.
  • Update patient progress and provide progress notes to appropriate parties.
  • Utilize research-based treatment methods.

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree from an ASHA-accredited program
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (Preferred)
  • Active State of Illinois Speech-Language Pathology license (required)
  • EI credentials (preferred)
  • 1+ years of postgraduate pediatric experience (preferred)

Must possess a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a vehicle to travel in the Chicago metropolitan area (required).

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Mentorship/supervision available
  • Flexible schedule (includes evenings and weekend hours)

Compensation

  • $50-60/hr
  • W2 or 1099 options
  • Final rate determination will reflect licensure status, prior experience, and employment structure selected.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech-Language Pathologist will evaluate pediatric patients, develop individualized care plans, and provide speech and language therapy services. They are responsible for administering diagnostic tests, documenting patient progress, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and state regulations.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningStandardized testingHIPAA complianceProgress documentation

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 48% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $114k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
93%
CME allowance
56%
Loan repayment
15%
Sign-on bonus
7%
PSLF eligible
4%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 5.7
Better work-life than 70% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,581 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About BMS Pediatric Therapy Group

Individual and Family Services
Chicago, Illinois

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
Mentorship/supervision available