Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Independent Contractor

Speech-Language PathologistContract

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Job Description

Springfield, VA | Pediatric & Developmental Services | Flexible Schedule

Compassionate ABA & Therapeutic Services (CABATS) is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly motivated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Independent Contractor to join our growing multidisciplinary team at our Springfield, Virginia clinic.

This is an excellent opportunity for an SLP who values clinical independence, schedule flexibility, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful work with children and individuals with developmental needs. As our Springfield location continues to grow, you will have the opportunity to help shape our Speech Therapy program while working alongside ABA, Occupational Therapy, and other developmental services.

Why Join CABATS?

At CABATS, we believe therapy works best when providers collaborate rather than operate in silos. Our Springfield clinic provides a supportive environment where Speech, ABA, OT, and developmental services can work together to address the whole client.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

  • Flexible contractor schedule
  • Opportunity to build a caseload that fits your availability
  • Growing Springfield clinic with room for professional growth
  • Administrative support with scheduling and client coordination
  • Collaborative ABA, OT, and Speech environment
  • Opportunity to supervise and mentor SLPAs as appropriate
  • Established clinical and operational leadership
  • Diverse pediatric and developmental caseload
  • Modern clinic environment with therapy and movement spaces
  • Opportunity to contribute to the continued development of our Speech program

Responsibilities

The SLP Contractor Will

  • Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations.
  • Develop individualized, functional treatment plans.
  • Provide evidence-based speech-language therapy.
  • Address receptive/expressive language, functional communication, articulation, social/pragmatic communication, AAC, and other clinically appropriate areas.
  • Complete progress reports, reassessments, and required clinical documentation.
  • Collaborate with caregivers to support skill generalization.
  • Coordinate care with BCBAs, OTs, physicians, schools, and other providers when appropriate.
  • Provide clinical guidance and supervision to assigned SLPAs when applicable.
  • Maintain documentation in accordance with professional, payer, and company requirements.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration while maintaining appropriate SLP scope of practice.
  • Maintain professional and ethical standards consistent with ASHA and applicable Virginia requirements.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.
  • Current Virginia SLP license or eligibility to obtain one.
  • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred/required as applicable to assigned responsibilities.
  • Pediatric or developmental-disability experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience with autism, AAC, language disorders, and social communication is highly valued.
  • Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively while maintaining independent clinical judgment.
  • Experience supervising SLPAs is a plus.

Ideal Candidate

We are especially interested in an SLP who is proactive, dependable, warm with families, clinically confident, and excited about helping grow a program. This is a great fit for someone who wants more autonomy than a traditional full-time position while still having the support and collaboration of an established multidisciplinary organization.

Location: CABATS – Springfield Clinic

  • 6564 Loisdale Ct., Suite 600
  • Springfield, VA 22150
  • Position Type: Independent Contractor
  • Schedule: Flexible; part-time and growing caseload opportunities available
  • Compensation: Competitive contractor rate based on services provided, qualifications, and experience

Join Our Team

If you're looking for an opportunity where your clinical expertise is valued and you can help build something meaningful, we'd love to connect.

Compassionate ABA & Therapeutic Services

Combining compassion and knowledge with exceptional services.

Apply today and help us expand access to high-quality Speech Therapy services for families throughout Northern Virginia.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Pediatric therapyTreatment planningAutism spectrum disorder supportArticulation therapyCaregiver collaboration

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 50% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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
10
$140k-160k
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$160k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 31 employers

401k / retirement match
89%
CME allowance
57%
Sign-on bonus
17%
Loan repayment
14%
PSLF eligible
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,691 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Springfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$614k
Typical market rent
$3,053/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Compassionate ABA & Therapeutic Services

Mental Health Care
Manassas, VA
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible contractor schedule
Opportunity to build caseload
Administrative support with scheduling and client coordination
Collaborative ABA, OT, and Speech environment
Opportunity to supervise and mentor SLPAs
Established clinical and operational leadership
Diverse pediatric and developmental caseload
Modern clinic environment