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As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract neuropsychologist in the United States is $122,928.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,000.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Contract Neuropsychologist is a licensed professional who assesses and treats cognitive, emotional, and behavioral conditions related to brain function on a contractual basis. They often work with hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, or private practices to conduct neuropsychological evaluations, provide consultations, and develop treatment plans. Unlike full-time employees, contract neuropsychologists work independently or for multiple organizations, determining their own schedules and caseloads. This role requires strong expertise in neuroscience, psychology, and standardized testing methods.

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To thrive as a Contract Neuropsychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology or neuropsychology, state licensure, and expertise in neuropsychological assessment and diagnosis. Familiarity with standardized testing tools, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and specialized software for scoring and interpreting cognitive assessments is essential. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and report-writing skills help you effectively communicate findings and manage multiple cases. These competencies are crucial for delivering high-quality care, meeting diverse client needs, and working efficiently in a contract-based or independent setting.

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As a Contract Neuropsychologist, you may work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals referred for cognitive assessment due to medical, neurological, or mental health reasons. Common cases include evaluating patients with traumatic brain injuries, dementia, learning disabilities, or psychiatric conditions. Your caseload might involve collaborating with physicians, schools, attorneys, or rehabilitation teams, depending on the setting. This variety keeps the work engaging and allows you to develop expertise across different populations and diagnostic challenges.

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Infographic showing various Contract Neuropsychologist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 85% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,928 per year, or $59.1 per hour.

Contract Pediatric Neuropsychologist

PENFIELD CHILDRENS CENTER

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$200/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

Penfield Children’s Center supports the health development of young children by providing early, evidence-based interventions for families navigating developmental and behavioral concerns. As part of expanding services for children 0-6, Penfield is seeking a Contract Neuropsychologist specializing in early childhood autism 

In this role, you will conduct comprehensive neuropsychological and developmental assessments for young children, provide clear diagnostic impressions, and offer guidance that helps families understand next steps and access the right supports. Penfield’s interdisciplinary model means you’ll collaborate closely with early intervention professionals, therapists, and medical partners to ensure each child and family receives holistic, familycentered care. 

This contract opportunity is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about early childhood development, neurodiversity, and supporting families during pivotal moments. Successful candidates will be: 

  • Detailoriented and skilled in evaluating complex developmental presentations in very young children. 

  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. 

  • Compassionate communicators with a strong commitment to culturally responsive, familycentered care. 

  • Flexible, adaptable, and energized by work that directly impacts a child’s longterm developmental trajectory. 

  • Experienced with accurate and compliant documentation practices, including familiarity with billing requirements for neuropsychological and developmental assessments. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Able to provide strategic clinical expertise to help design, launch, and refine Penfield’s early childhood neuropsychology program, including establishing bestpractice workflows, assessment protocols, and referral pathways. 

  • Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for clients age 0-6, in collaboration with their families and/or other collateral sources 

  • Interpret a wide variety of psychological and neuropsychological test batteries, with occasional direct test administration 

  • Serve as a subject matter expert in the use and interpretation of neuropsychological assessments 

  • Provide clinical oversight and consultation to psychometrists involved in neuropsychological testing to ensure accurate and reliable data collection. 

  • Complete detailed neuropsychological evaluation reports and prepare separate brief summary documents tailored for clients, families, and referring providers 

  • Conduct clear, supportive feedback sessions to explain findings, diagnoses, and personalized recommendations 

  • Collaborate with the patient’s care team to inform and coordinate treatment planning 

  • Provide neuropsychological evaluation services through in-person and virtual sessions with patients and their families as appropriate. 

Required Education and Experience

  • Doctorate degree in Psychology from an American Psychological Association accredited program 

  • An equivalent combination of experience, supervision, or training will be considered on a case-by-case basis 

  • Licensed or license eligible in the State of Wisconsin 

  • Experience conducting testing virtually and in person 

  • Familiarity with online web-based applications 

  • Effective therapeutic communication skills 

  • Able to deliver care virtually or in person and within your own office space 

Preferred Education and Experience

  • One-year predoctoral internship with specialization in neuropsychology preferred 

  • Two-year postdoctoral fellowship with specialization in neuropsychology preferred 

  • PSYPACT authorized or PSYPACT eligible preferred 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Expertise in early childhood development and neurodevelopmental disorders, with strong command of autism assessment and DSM5 criteria for ages 0–6. 

  • Proficiency with standardized neuropsychological and developmental assessment tools (e.g., ADOS2, Bayley, Vineland, Mullen, WPPSI). 

  • Understanding of clinical documentation, compliance, and billing requirements related to neuropsychological and developmental evaluations. 

  • Strong ability to conduct comprehensive evaluations and interpret complex developmental profiles in very young children. 

  • Excellent communication skills for delivering diagnostic findings clearly and compassionately to families and interdisciplinary teams. 

  • Effective organizational and timemanagement skills, including timely documentation and coordination with multiple providers. 

  • Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary, familycentered care model while also working independently. 

  • Ability to adapt engagement and assessment strategies to meet the developmental and behavioral needs of children ages 0–6. 

  • Ability to contribute clinical expertise to provide clinical expertise to support the design, launch, and refinement of Penfield’s early childhood neuropsychology program, including establishing best-practice workflows, assessment protocols, and referral pathways.  

  • Individuals providing services in this role must meet Penfield Children’s Center’s backgrounds screening and safety requirements. 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit for extended periods while conducting evaluations and documentation 

  • Ability to move between clinical spaces within the facility 

  • Ability to use computers and assessment tools for extended periods 

This position is structured as an independent contractor engagement. The individual in this role will provide professional neuropsychological services on a contract basis and will not be considered an employee of Penfield Children’s Center. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

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