Speech-Language Pathologist

2 days ago
Halifax, Nova Scotiafrom $67ContractPathology
✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Spark Lifecare as a Speech-Language Pathologist – Independent Contractor, Canada in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Speech Language Pathologist Independent Contractor Available work locations: Halifax, NS Ontario: Hamilton, Ottawa Apply here to complete a short video-based interview & upload your resume: https://www. jobma.

Key Responsibilities

  • provide superior care to our clients.

Requirements

  • ability to work in MS Word and Outlook) Experience providing SLP assessment and treatment in a community setting Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset Why Join Spark Lifecare.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $140,046 - $218,400/year

Work Schedule

  • Contract position.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Spark Lifecare as a Speech-Language Pathologist – Independent Contractor, Canada.

Key Skills

Speech-language pathologyAssessmentTreatmentCognitive-communication disordersSpeech intelligibilityAutism spectrum disorderNeurological diagnosesInterpersonal skillsMultidisciplinary team collaborationComputer proficiencyMS WordOutlookCommunity healthcare
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Speech-Language Pathologist position at Spark Lifecare includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Pathology — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

This Pathology position at Spark Lifecare is open to speech-language pathologist candidates.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
  • No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
  • Transparent compensation ($67k–$67k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Speech-language pathology, Assessment, Treatment, Cognitive-communication disorders, Speech intelligibility, Autism spectrum disorder, Neurological diagnoses, Interpersonal skills. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pathology role.

Core responsibilities: The Speech-Language Pathologist will provide assessment and treatment for clients with diverse needs, including traumatic brain injuries and developmental delays. They will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver client-centered care in community settings.

Benefits package: Competitive compensation (60% of billable hourly rate), Administrative support, Flexible caseload and schedule, Access to management software and digital charting, Mentorship and resources, Reward programs for referrals. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Spark Lifecare

Individual and Family Services
Ottawa, Ontario
2-5

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation (60% of billable hourly rate)
Administrative support
Flexible caseload and schedule
Access to management software and digital charting
Mentorship and resources
Reward programs for referrals

Protective Factors (2)

No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)

No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)

Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.

Job Details

Employment Type

Contract

Posted

2d ago