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How much do burn specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for burn specialist in the United States is $26.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a burn specialist?

Burn Specialists are medical professionals who are specially trained to treat patients with burn injuries. They manage all aspects of burn care, including wound treatment, pain management, infection prevention, and rehabilitation. Burn Specialists often work in dedicated burn centers or trauma units, collaborating with surgeons, nurses, physical therapists, and psychologists to provide comprehensive care. Their expertise helps improve recovery outcomes and quality of life for burn victims.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a burn specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Burn Specialist, you need advanced medical knowledge in burn care, wound management, and emergency response, typically supported by a medical degree and board certification in surgery or critical care. Familiarity with specialized burn treatment equipment, wound care products, and electronic health records is essential. Compassion, resilience, and strong teamwork are vital soft skills for supporting patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for delivering effective, timely, and empathetic care to patients with complex and often life-threatening injuries.

What are the typical interdisciplinary collaborations a burn specialist engages in during patient care?

Burn Specialists frequently collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that may include plastic surgeons, physical and occupational therapists, dietitians, social workers, and psychologists. This teamwork is essential for addressing the complex medical, rehabilitative, and emotional needs of burn patients throughout their recovery. Daily responsibilities often involve joint rounds, case discussions, and coordinated treatment planning, ensuring holistic and patient-centered care. These collaborations not only enhance patient outcomes but also provide ongoing learning and professional development opportunities for Burn Specialists.

What is the difference between Burn Specialist vs Wound Care Nurse?

AspectBurn SpecialistWound Care Nurse
CredentialsMedical degree, specialized training in burn treatmentRegistered Nurse (RN), wound care certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, burn centers, trauma unitsHospitals, clinics, outpatient wound care centers
Employer & IndustrySpecialized burn units, trauma hospitalsGeneral hospitals, outpatient clinics
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding burn treatment rolesWound management and healing processes

While both Burn Specialists and Wound Care Nurses focus on patient recovery, Burn Specialists are physicians with advanced training in burn injury management, often working in specialized burn centers. Wound Care Nurses are registered nurses specializing in wound healing across various settings. The roles overlap in wound management but differ in scope, credentials, and work environment.

How long does it take to become a burn specialist?

Becoming a burn specialist typically requires completing a bachelor's degree in nursing, medicine, or a related healthcare field, followed by specialized training or residency in burn care, which can take several years. Many burn specialists also pursue certifications in trauma or critical care to enhance their expertise, with total training often spanning 5 to 8 years depending on the pathway chosen.
Infographic showing various Burn Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,640 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Patient Services Specialist for General Surgery & Burn Specialists Clinic in N Portland

The Oregon Clinic

Portland, OR • On-site

$23.71 - $32.07/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


The Oregon Clinic rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Make an Impact at The Oregon Clinic! Premium Benefits, Competitive Pay, and Inspiring Purpose
Join us at The Oregon Clinic as a full-time (36 hours per week) Patient Services Specialist. Work alongside a collaborative team of patient-focused colleagues and physicians in our thriving General Surgery & Burn Specialists Clinic located in North Portland. Each patient receives the highest value care tailored to their needs.
Every person at TOC makes a difference in our mission of delivering world-class care with kindness and empathy. As a member of our team, you have the opportunity to make a valuable impact within the local community and our ecosystem of care. By providing patients and internal and external stakeholders with a consistent, efficient, and easy experience, you'll help ensure that patients at The Oregon Clinic General Surgery & Burn Specialists Clinic receive the highest value care tailored to their needs.
Using excellent customer service and communications skills, your primary duties in this phone-based role include:
  • Primarily responsible for checking in and out new/established patients and scheduling appointments in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Obtaining and completing insurance information.
  • Answering phones on multi-line system.
  • Managing inbound referrals.
  • Updating registration and EMR records as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Salary:
Hiring range, based on experience and credentials:
  • Level I: $19.59 - $26.51 per hour.
  • Level II: $21.55 - $29.16 per hour.
  • Level III: $23.71 - $32.07 per hour.

Workdays: This role is located at the Legacy Emanuel Medical Office Building 2. Typical hours are 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with a ½ day off TBD (8:30 am - 5:00 pm).
Qualifications that support success in this role are based on education, experience and values including:
  • Minimum of one (1) year of work experience, preferably in a medical office or clinical setting, is strongly preferred. Specialty care experience is a strong plus!
  • Prior experience in complex healthcare scheduling is preferred.
  • Prior Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience is preferred. Epic experience is a plus!
  • Familiarity with insurance and referral processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate, work independently, and effectively multitask.
  • Excellent attendance and work ethic.
  • Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.
  • Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians, and other team members.
  • A commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Make an impact in patient-focused healthcare. Look forward to coming to work and feel good about the work you do - apply today!
Premium Benefits:
  • Healthcare: Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance
  • Financial Wellbeing: Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account options
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annually
  • Wellness Support: Robust wellness program and employee assistance services
  • Commuter Benefits: 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered
  • Additional Perks: Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance

Patients and peers recognize The Oregon Clinic as a top regional healthcare provider and employer. We are:
  • Guided by our values of dedicating to excellence, compassionate and joyful connection, inclusive collaboration, listening humbly, and leading with integrity.
  • The largest physician-owned, multi-specialty medical and surgical practice in Oregon with a team of 1,500 team members across 30 specialties and our business office.
  • Dedicated to providing the highest value care tailored to the needs of each unique patient.
  • Proud to be consistently ranked by our employees as a Top 10 Workplace by The Oregonian.

Our Commitments:
  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: We are more than an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and embrace differences and a diversity of backgrounds. Our goal is for patients, physicians, and team members to see and feel diversity, equity, safety, and inclusion in all aspects of their interactions with TOC clinics and administration.
  • A safe workplace: We are an alcohol and drug-free workplace for the safety of our patients and employees. Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug and background screenings.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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