Speech Language Pathologist (1099 Contract)

Synapticure; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote First

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid holidays and vacation days

Family-building and fertility services

Job summary

Synapticure is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for a remote, telehealth contract role. This 1099 position targets 10–20 hours per week, focusing on assessment, intervention, and longitudinal care for adults with progressive neurodegenerative conditions.

You will work closely with a senior clinical team, manage a varied caseload (Parkinson’s, ALS, Huntington’s, FTD/PPA), and document outcomes in EMR while adhering to ASHA and HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Active state license (or eligibility) in at least one US state.
• 3-5+ years of clinical experience as an SLP, with adults neurodegenerative cases.
• Proficiency with EMR and telepractice software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telehealth assessments for speech, language, cognitive-communication, motor speech, voice, and dysphagia risk.
• Provide stage-appropriate, evidence-based treatment and caregiver education.
• Collaborate with neurologists, care coordinators, and senior SLPs to align on care priorities.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation in EMR per ASHA, HIPAA, and payer requirements.

Skills

CCC-SLP

Active state license

Telepractice software

EMR proficiency

Adult neurodegenerative care

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

EMR systems

Remote/telepractice software

Job description

About Synapticure

Synapticure is the largest, most comprehensive specialty care and life sciences company in the country for those living with neurodegenerative diseases. Founded by patients and caregivers living with these diseases, we are redefining the care and the research paradigm for conditions like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS in all 50 states.

Our business is powered by two connected engines.

The CARES Engine (Clinical Operations)

A scalable, 50-state virtualized clinical network providing timely access to expert neurologists and cutting edge treatments with wraparound care coordination and behavioral health support. Our team creates personalized care plans focused on education and empowerment, connecting patients with a multidisciplinary team of subspecialty neurologists, geriatricians, psychologists, and care coordinators who collaborate to deliver comprehensive care.

The CURES Engine (Research & Innovation)

Leveraging our deeply engaged, well characterized national patient cohort, CURES partners with life science, pharma, biotech, and medical device companies to accelerate the development of neurodegenerative treatments, spanning discovery stage lab services, clinical trial services, and real world evidence data and analytics.

Partnering with providers, health plans, and life sciences companies, including CMS' GUIDE dementia care model, Synapticure is dedicated to transforming the lives of millions of individuals and their families living with neurodegenerative diseases.

About the Role

This role is a 1099 contract role, targeting 10-20 hours per week.

We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide assessment, intervention, and longitudinal care for adults with progressive neurodegenerative conditions across a fully remote, telehealth-based model.

This role focuses primarily on direct patient care, including evaluation, evidence-based treatment, caregiver education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Working closely with senior clinical team members, the SLP will manage a varied caseload of patients with Parkinson’s disease, ALS, Huntington’s disease, FTD/PPA variants, and related neurologic conditions, adapting clinical care to disease progression and patient goals.

The Day-to-Day

Assessment & Diagnosis

• Conduct virtual speech, language, cognitive-communication, motor speech, voice, and dysphagia risk evaluations using standardized assessments and functional task analysis adapted for telehealth.
• Interpret findings to establish diagnostic impressions, identify functional goals, and formulate measurable, patient-centered treatment plans.
• Recognize when additional assessment, referral, or consultation with the Senior SLP is warranted, including when a patient’s needs extend beyond the scope of telehealth services.

Treatment & Intervention

• Deliver stage-appropriate, evidence-based interventions for progressive neurologic conditions, including:
  • Cognitive-communication therapy targeting functional daily tasks, memory, and executive function.
  • Motor speech therapy and compensatory communication techniques.
  • Voice banking, message banking, and early communication-preservation planning.
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) evaluation, trial support, and caregiver training.
  • Telehealth-appropriate dysphagia screening, education, compensatory strategy training, and referral for instrumental assessment when indicated.
• Adapt intervention plans as clinical needs, functional priorities, and disease stages shift over time.
• Educate caregivers and family members on communication strategies, cueing techniques, and environmental modifications to ensure skill carryover.

Collaboration & Team Integration

• Partner with neurologists, care coordinators, behavioral health providers, and senior SLPs to align on care priorities and manage complex cases.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences, clinical consultation, and case review as appropriate.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation in the EMR in compliance with ASHA standards, HIPAA, state licensure rules, and payer requirements.
• Complete evaluations, session notes, progress reports, and AAC funding packets within required timelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M.A. or M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Active state license (or eligibility for licensure) in at least one US state, with willingness to obtain additional state licenses as needed.
• 3-5+ years of clinical experience as a licensed SLP, with at least 1-2 years of direct experience working with adult neurodegenerative populations.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems, basic AAC technology, and remote/telepractice software.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active certification in LSVT LOUD or SPEAK OUT! (or willingness to complete training within 90 days of hire).
• Familiarity with multi-state telepractice delivery and virtual service workflows.
• Exposure to AAC evaluation process, including device trials and funding documentation.
• Clinical experience in specialized outpatient clinic, memory care, or multidisciplinary neuro clinic settings.

$44 - $47 an hour

Compensation

Final compensation will be determined based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Our Values

We are a remote-first company. While our team is located all across the United States, these core principles tie us together around a common identity:

• Relentless focus on patients and caregivers: We are determined to provide an exceptional experience for every patient we have the privilege to serve, and we put our patients first in everything we do.
• Embody the spirit and humanity of those living with neurodegenerative disease: Inspired by our founders, families, and personal experiences, we recognize the seriousness of our patients' circumstances and meet that challenge every day with empathy, compassion, kindness, joy, and hope.
• Seek to understand, and stay curious: We start by listening to one another, our partners, our patients, and their caregivers.We communicate with authenticity and humility, prioritizing honesty and directness while recognizing we always have something to learn.
• Embrace the opportunity: We are energized by the importance of our mission and maintain a strong bias toward action.

Benefits & Perks

Full time employees are eligible for:

• Remote First: Work from anywhere in the 50 United States, with home office technology provided.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family.
• Financial & Retirement Support: 401(k) plan with employer matching, plus short and long-term disability, and basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Time Off & Leave: 15 vacation days, 5 sick days, 12 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays, plus a fully paid end-of-year company holiday break (typically Christmas through New Year's).
• Wellness & Family Growth: Comprehensive family-building and fertility services through Kindbody (where available) at a 20% discount, 24/7 mental health support via Health Advocate and Talkspace (including 12 free on-demand sessions per year), and access to One Medical.

Travel Requirements & Remote Workplace Setup

This position is fully remote, and we provide the necessary technology to work from home. Occasional travel may be expected for team meetings or professional collaboration events.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Synapticure is an equal opportunity employer and a remote-first workplace. We believe that embedding equity, inclusion, compliance, and operational excellence across all aspects of our employee lifecycle directly reflects our core values. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At this time, Synapticure is unable to provide work visa sponsorship.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].