Speech-Language Pathologist

Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist, Independent Contractor

Primary current need: Irving, Texas
Additional service areas: Opportunities may be developed throughout the DFW area based on the clinician’s preferred locations and availability. The Argyle area is another potential growth area.
Work setting: Primarily in person, with some telehealth opportunities
Position type: Part-time, 1099 independent contractor
Compensation: $40–$42 per completed 30-minute treatment session
Minimum availability: At least 4 sessions per week

About Mantra Speech Therapy

Mantra Speech Therapy is an SLP-owned and SLP-managed private practice providing individualized speech and language services to children and adults throughout Texas.

We understand what makes contract work sustainable for an SLP: a manageable caseload, clinical autonomy, responsive support, streamlined documentation, flexibility, and clear expectations. Our goal is to handle the administrative side of private practice while allowing clinicians to focus primarily on providing thoughtful, individualized therapy.

Most current in-person opportunities involve pediatric clients seen in Montessori schools, preschools, childcare centers, and other community-based settings. Seeing multiple clients at one location may be possible, helping reduce travel between sessions.

This position may be an excellent fit for an SLP who works in a school, has another part-time position, maintains a private caseload, or wants to gradually gain experience in private practice without committing to a large caseload.

Current Client Opportunities

Current clients are available in Irving, Texas, allowing the selected clinician to begin with an existing small caseload rather than waiting for an entire caseload to be developed.

The initial need is approximately 4 to 6 sessions per week, with the option to accept additional referrals as they become available. Most sessions are 30 minutes and take place in Montessori schools or similar educational settings.

Additional clients may be offered throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area based on:

• Your preferred service areas
• Your travel radius
• Your available days and times
• Referral availability
• Scheduling compatibility

The Argyle area is another potential area for future client development. Clinicians located near Argyle, Denton, Flower Mound, Northlake, or surrounding communities are encouraged to indicate their interest and preferred travel radius.

Some telehealth referrals may also become available. Clinicians interested in working with adults may indicate that preference during the application process.

Compensation

This position is paid per completed treatment session, not by the hour.

The treatment rate is:

• $40–$42 per completed 30-minute treatment session, depending on experience and qualifications

Four completed sessions provide $160–$168 in session-based compensation. Clinicians may accept additional clients as referrals become available and as their schedules allow.

The per-session rate includes the treatment session and its associated brief session documentation. This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity, so compensation is based on completed services rather than time clocked.

Why SLPs Enjoy Working With Mantra Speech Therapy

• SLP-owned and SLP-managed practice
• Direct access to a practicing speech-language pathologist for questions and support
• Current clients available in Irving
• Small, manageable starting caseload
• Flexibility to accept or decline referrals
• Ability to identify your preferred locations and travel radius
• Opportunity to see multiple clients at one school or childcare location
• Streamlined documentation with concise session notes
• No large school caseload or extensive IEP paperwork
• Clinical autonomy in treatment planning and activity selection
• Support with intake, billing, insurance administration, and practice procedures
• Organized electronic documentation and practice systems
• Opportunities to collaborate without unnecessary meetings
• Potential to increase your caseload gradually
• Primarily in-person opportunities with some telehealth availability
• Pediatric caseload with potential adult referrals
• Personalized, relationship-focused work environment

You will be supported, but not micromanaged. We want clinicians to feel comfortable asking questions, discussing challenging cases, and requesting guidance while maintaining professional independence and control over their clinical approach.

Flexibility and Clinical Autonomy

As an independent contractor, you can build a caseload that complements your current schedule and professional goals.

Contractors may:

• Identify the days and times they are available
• Choose the number of referrals they are able to accept
• Review and choose whether to accept each referral
• Indicate their preferred service areas and maximum travel radius
• Accept pediatric, adult, in-person, or telehealth opportunities based on interest
• Exercise professional judgment when selecting evidence-based treatment approaches
• Complete documentation remotely
• Build a schedule around a school position, another part-time role, or an existing caseload

Contractors maintain autonomy over therapy planning and clinical decision-making within each client’s established plan of care. Support and consultation are readily available when needed.

Documentation and Administrative Support

We intentionally keep clinical documentation practical and manageable. Clinicians primarily complete concise session notes and required clinical updates through an electronic practice-management system.

Mantra Speech Therapy manages or supports:

• Client intake and onboarding
• Insurance verification and billing
• Claims administration
• Client matching and referral coordination
• Practice policies and procedures
• Electronic documentation systems
• Caregiver communication support when needed
• Clinical consultation and problem-solving

The goal is to minimize unnecessary administrative work so clinicians can spend more of their professional energy on therapy and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized speech and language therapy
• Provide services primarily in Montessori schools, preschools, childcare centers, or other mutually agreed-upon community settings
• Provide in-home or telehealth services when mutually agreed upon
• Review evaluations, treatment plans, goals, and relevant clinical information
• Select appropriate evidence-based treatment approaches and activities
• Complete accurate and timely session documentation
• Communicate professionally with clients, caregivers, teachers, and members of the care team
• Provide caregiver education and home-practice recommendations when appropriate
• Collaborate periodically regarding client progress, scheduling, or clinical needs
• Maintain all required licenses, certifications, insurance, and professional documentation
• Follow applicable HIPAA, state, federal, and professional requirements

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology
• Active Texas speech-language pathology license in good standing
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Professional liability insurance
• Reliable transportation for in-person services
• Availability to consistently provide at least 4 sessions per week
• Ability to complete concise documentation accurately and on time
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise professional clinical judgment
• Reliable technology and an appropriate private workspace if accepting telehealth clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with preschool or school-age children
• Experience treating speech sound disorders, phonological disorders, or language delays
• Experience in schools, Montessori schools, preschools, private practices, or community-based settings
• Interest or experience working with adult clients
• Telehealth experience
• Weekday school-hour or afternoon availability

Caseload and Schedule

The current need is approximately 4 to 6 sessions per week in Irving, with opportunities to accept additional clients over time.

A consistent minimum availability of 4 sessions per week is requested. Contractors determine which referrals fit their schedules and may identify the days, times, locations, and number of clients they are available to accept.

Most current pediatric appointments occur during weekday school hours or afternoons. Depending on scheduling and enrollment at each location, it may be possible to see multiple clients consecutively at the same school or childcare center.

This opportunity may be a particularly good fit for an SLP who:

• Works in a school and wants a small supplemental caseload
• Has another part-time position
• Maintains an existing private caseload
• Wants to explore private-practice work with support
• Prefers control over weekly availability
• Wants to avoid taking on a large caseload
• Enjoys relationship-based pediatric therapy
• Would like to increase a caseload gradually over time

Additional caseload growth depends on referrals, geography, scheduling compatibility, and the clinician’s availability. A full-time caseload or specific number of future referrals is not guaranteed.

Pay: $80.00 - $84.00 per hour

Work Location: In person