Speech Language Pathologist - Contract/1099

Job Description

Job Description

About Blackbird Health

Blackbird Health is clinician-founded, owned, and operated by dedicated professionals. We believe that providing the best care for children starts with building the best possible team. We deliver virtual and in-person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey—and we're growing into new markets in 2026.

At Blackbird, we take a whole-child approach, looking at how the brain, body, and behavior interact to address the root causes of challenges, not just the symptoms. Every role matters here, and you'll join a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team that's shaping the future of pediatric mental health care. If you're passionate about helping children and families while growing your career, Blackbird is the place to make an impact.

Join us and help change mental health care for children for the better!

About Blackbird

At Blackbird, we envision a world where every child receives the care and support they need to thrive—emotionally, socially, and developmentally. That's why we're transforming how pediatric mental health is assessed and treated, so we can make world-class care available in local communities.

Our whole-child diagnostic approach reveals the full story behind each child's challenges, allowing us to address both the symptoms and their underlying causes. This leads to precise treatment sequenced in the right way to achieve meaningful outcomes that last.

Currently, we provide virtual and in-person mental health services, including comprehensive evaluations, medication management, and therapy across Pennsylvania and Virginia.

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. Through collaboration with other specialty providers, this position guides the development of individualized care recommendations for Blackbird patients. Please note: This is an evaluation-only role and does not include ongoing treatment or therapy sessions.

As part of a fast-growing, innovative startup, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge, interdisciplinary care models and help shape the future of behavioral and developmental healthcare.

Enjoy the flexibility of a remote environment by delivering telehealth assessments.

What makes you, you:

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

• Proficient in navigating electronic medical record (EMR) systems and related technology.

• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continued professional development.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.

• Flexibility and initiative to adapt in a dynamic, innovative startup work environment.

• Receptive to clinical feedback and committed to professional growth.

• 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), evaluation reports, 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.

The basics you'll need:

• 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.

• Salary: $55.00 USD / hour

We envision a world where every young person is fully understood and receives support building the tools they need to thrive. Join our team, make an impact, and make a real difference for patients, parents, and caregivers.

"We wouldn't have a son without Blackbird Health. He would have ended his life."

"It's so rare to find comprehensive care like this---from testing to therapy to med management (and more)--all in one place. In addition, the school advocacy support we receive is unprecedented. We no longer feel like we are managing things alone."

FOSTERING AN INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT

Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. Blackbird provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

Salary Range

$55—$55 USD

Join us!

To raise the standard of pediatric mental health care through accurate understanding and precise treatment that reflect how each child's brain, body, and behavior work together.

"It's so rare to find comprehensive care like this---from testing to therapy to med management (and more)--all in one place. In addition, the school advocacy support we receive is unprecedented. We no longer feel like we are managing things alone."

Fostering an inclusive environment:

Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. Blackbird provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at View email address on ziprecruiter.com so we can support you.

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