Traveling Clinical Diagnostic Specialist

Traveling Clinical Diagnostic Specialist (1099 Contractor) – ABA Centers
Remote – Candidate must be willing and able to travel up to 90%, based on business needs.

Who We Are

We are the nation’s fastest-growing provider of autism care, delivering high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy across a rapidly expanding footprint. Since our founding in 2020, we’ve scaled from a single clinic to nearly 70 operating areas in more than a dozen states, supported by a high-performance corporate infrastructure and data-driven decision-making.

Recognized as the #5 fastest-growing private company in America by Inc. magazine, ABA Centers is a self-funded, founder-led organization—a rarity in today’s healthcare landscape. We’ve achieved this growth without private equity, relying instead on operational discipline, smart capital allocation, and a relentless focus on outcomes.

Our corporate team plays a mission-critical role in this success—developing scalable systems, managing risk, and driving the analytics that power our growth. If you’re a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we offer a unique opportunity to help shape the future of autism care—while building on a legacy of operational excellence.

Our Origin Story

ABA Centers was founded by a father whose personal journey navigating autism care for his daughter revealed deep gaps in access, consistency, and quality across the system. Determined to disrupt the status quo in the autism care field and eliminate the unacceptably long wait lists for treatment, he built a company rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and a relentless commitment to care that makes a difference.

Recognition & Awards

Our commitment to operational excellence, ethical leadership, and transformative care has earned our company and leadership national recognition from trusted sources, including:

• Inc. 5000 – 5th Fastest-Growing Private Company in America

• Financial Times – #1 on "The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies" 

• EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® U.S. Overall

• South Florida Business Journal’s Top 100 Companies

• Florida Trend Magazine's 500 Most Influential Business Leaders

• Inc. Best in Business, Health Services 

ABA Centers of America is seeking a Traveling Clinical Diagnostic Specialist (1099 Independent Contractor) to support autism diagnostic services across multiple clinical locations. This role is fully travel-based and focused on administering autism and cognitive assessments, including the ADOS-2 and standardized cognitive measures.

Contractors will travel to ABA Centers clinics in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Georgia, Virginia, Florida, Texas, Washington DC, Colorado, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and additional states as new locations open. All required travel is coordinated in advance. Airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, and land transportation (Uber) are paid for by the company.

Contractor must be available to provide assessment services on weekdays and occasional weekends, based on mutually agreed-upon scheduling. Travel to clinic locations requires air travel to multiple states, with schedules coordinated in advance.

Scope of Work

The Traveling Clinical Diagnostic Specialist functions as an independent contractor and provides assessment services under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, in accordance with state regulations and company protocols.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer and score standardized autism diagnostic assessments, including the ADOS-2 (all Modules T-4)
• Administer and score standardized cognitive assessments, including but not limited to:
• WISC-V
• WPPSI-IV
• WAIS-IV, as applicable
• K-BIT
• DP-4
• Ensure accurate standardized administration in accordance with publisher and ethical guidelines
• Complete written documentation for the ADOS-2 and cognitive assessment portions of diagnostic evaluation reports
• Conduct brief pre-assessment interviews with caregivers as needed
• Upload completed documentation in a timely manner per departmental standards
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA privacy and security requirements
• Collaborate with clinic leadership and supervising psychologists to support diagnostic clarity
• Travel to assigned clinic locations as scheduled

Travel Expectations

• This is a travel-only role supporting multiple clinic locations
• Clinics currently include NH, MA, GA, VA, FL, TX, Washington DC, CO, NJ, and PA, with additional states as clinics open
• Company covers airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, and land transportation via Uber
• Travel schedules are coordinated in advance

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in psychology, school psychology, clinical psychology, or a closely related field including assessment administration
• Formal coursework and training in autism spectrum disorder assessment
• Demonstrated experience administering and scoring the ADOS-2 and standardized cognitive assessments
• Knowledge of developmental, intellectual, and learning disorders
• Experience working directly with children and families in diagnostic settings
• Ability to meet background check, drug screening, and travel requirements

Preferred Assessment Experience

• ADOS-2
• WISC-V
• WPPSI-IV
• WAIS-IV
• CARS-2
• Developmental assessments such as DP-4 or KBIT-2

Language Requirements

• English proficiency required
• Spanish proficiency is a plus

Skills and Professional Competencies

• Strong clinical report-writing skills
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization abilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Clear and professional communication with families and clinical leadership
• Attention to detail and adherence to standardized testing procedures
• Commitment to ethical practice and ongoing professional development

Benefits

Compensation and Contractor Status

• Pay range: $35–$50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• This position is a 1099 independent contractor role
• Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, licensure, and professional liability coverage
• No employee benefits are provided