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Med Life Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$24.30 - $37.52/hr

Child Life Certification from Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP) is required within 15 months of hire. * Experience with pediatric patients in a medical, hospital or behavioral health ...

Dependent on experience Employment Type : Full Time with Benefits (Medical, Life, Dental, Vision, 401k, and PTO) Schedule : Four 10-hour shifts per week. No nights, no weekends, and no major holidays!

General Orthopedic Surgeon

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$600K - $650K/yr

Includes medical, life insurance, retirement, CME, and malpractice coverage Shift & Schedule * Weekend call is 1:7 Requirements * Must be board certified or board eligible * Fellowship trained in ...

General Manager

Texarkana, TX · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Medical, life, dental, vision, and identity insurance * Annual evaluations * A competitive rate of pay + bonus programs * Free meals on shift * Scholarship opportunities * Flexible schedule Lead the ...

Gastroenterology

Wenatchee, WA

$431K/yr

Generous healthcare benefits including medical, life, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) retirement with match * J1 visa candidates welcome to apply The Community: * Welcoming community with a ...

Medical, life, dental, vision, and identity insurance * Annual evaluations * A competitive rate of pay + bonus programs * Free meals on shift * Scholarship opportunities * Flexible schedule Lead the ...

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How much do med life jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for med life in the United States is $35.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $43.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Med Life?

A Med Life job typically refers to a career in the medical or healthcare field, encompassing roles such as doctors, nurses, medical assistants, or healthcare administrators. These professionals focus on patient care, medical research, or healthcare management to promote well-being and improve health outcomes. Depending on the specific role, responsibilities may include diagnosing illnesses, administering treatments, managing medical records, or supporting public health initiatives.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a Med Life position?

A typical day in a Med Life role involves assisting with patient scheduling, managing health records, supporting clinical staff with routine medical tasks, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. You may also interact directly with patients, provide information about treatments, and help coordinate care between different healthcare providers. The work environment is often fast-paced and team-oriented, requiring strong attention to detail and flexibility. This variety keeps the work engaging and offers valuable experience for those looking to advance in the healthcare field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Med Life position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Med Life role, candidates typically need a background in healthcare or life sciences, paired with strong organizational and patient-care skills. Familiarity with medical record-keeping systems, diagnostic equipment, and compliance with healthcare regulations is frequently required. Standout professionals demonstrate compassion, clear communication, and teamwork to effectively support patient needs. These combined skills ensure high-quality service, regulatory compliance, and positive patient outcomes within healthcare settings.

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Infographic showing various Med Life job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,307 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

Child Life Specialist

Westchester Medical Center

Valhalla, NY • On-site

$26.58 - $33.41/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Job Summary: The Child Life Specialistfunctions as a key member of the healthcare team, communicating all relevant developmental and psychosocial information to other team members via charting, participation in rounds and team meetings, etc.
Responsiblities:
• Upholds professional code of ethics (ACLP 2020) including the establishment of therapeutic relationships with patients and families that are clear, caring and boundaried.
• Consistently follows infection control guidelines to prevent cross contamination in the playroom, at bedside and during group activities.
• Assess patients' development, temperament, coping style and adjustment utilizing knowledge of child development and behavior, injury/disease, treatment, cultural and family systems to develop individualized treatment plan.
• Utilizes knowledge and resources to assess, plan, prioritize appropriate child life interventions. Assess patient and families to determine developmental level, emotional state, and individual needs.
• Provides education regarding illness/diagnosis, treatment, and coping techniques to patients, parents/caregivers and siblings.
• Provides preparation for patients and families for surgical, medical and diagnostic procedures using developmentally appropriate and medically accurate teaching tools and techniques with a goal of decreasing anxiety, increasing knowledge and coping.
• Provides a safe and therapeutic environment that encourages opportunities for and facilitates a variety of group and/or individual play and activities that promote normalization, development, learning, self-expression, and coping.
• Demonstrates, explains and provides stress reduction techniques before, during and/or after stressful experiences to facilitate adaptive coping. Encourages emotional expression in order to promote understanding, mastery and coping.
• Facilitates positive relationships with family members, using knowledge and resources to accommodate cultural needs and to bridge differences.
• Coordinates activities and special events in a manner that is collaborative with other departments and services. Creates and implements activities to assure continuity of normal life experiences such as birthdays and holidays.
• Provides support and information regarding bereavement and/or legacy building. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in pain management and palliative care.
• Provides ongoing management, training, supervision and evaluation of child life interns to maintain ACLP clinical internship accreditation.
• Provides ongoing volunteer management, training, supervision and evaluation to best meet patient/family and unit needs.
• Participates in ongoing professional development.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Experience: Completion of a 600 Child Life internship under the supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.
Education: A Bachelor's degree, required; Master's degree in Child Life, recreation, psychology, early childhood education or a closely related field, preferred.
Licenses / Certifications: At the time of hire, the candidate will need to either be certified or eligible for certification as documented by the ACLP and registered for the exam within a certain time period.
Other:
Special Requirements: