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RR Donnelley

Proofreader (Onsite) 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.59 - $22.50/hr

The Proofreader position is responsible for reviewing legal documents for grammar and verbiage ... RRD's benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability ...

R.R. Donnelley

Proofreader Onsite 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.59 - $22.50/hr

The Proofreader position is responsible for reviewing legal documents for grammar and verbiage ... RRD's benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability ...

RR Donnelley

Proofreader (Onsite) 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.59 - $22.50/hr

The Proofreader position is responsible for reviewing legal documents for grammar and verbiage ... RRD's benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability ...

R.R. Donnelley

Proofreader (Onsite) 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.59 - $22.50/hr

The Proofreader position is responsible for reviewing legal documents for grammar and verbiage ... RRD's benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability ...

Collabera

Proofreader-Legal

New York, NY · On-site

Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance ...

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How much do medical proofreader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical proofreader in the United States is $27.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Medical Proofreader Do?

As a medical proofreader, your duties involve taking steps to review and edit medical reports. Your responsibilities include ensuring that the content meets your employer’s editorial guidelines and is free from punctuation, grammar, and spelling errors. You may also be required to format the documents and update a tracking system once you complete work. In this role, you use your keen attention to detail to ensure that the medical terminology used is accurate. Some medical proofreaders also work to redact parts of the text that could identify a specific patient so that the report adheres to medical privacy laws.

What are Medical Proofreaders?

Medical proofreaders are professionals who review medical documents, such as clinical study reports, manuscripts, regulatory submissions, and patient information leaflets, to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines. They check for grammatical, spelling, and typographical errors, as well as verify the correct usage of medical terminology. Medical proofreaders play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and credibility of medical communications, often working in pharmaceutical companies, medical publishing, or healthcare organizations.

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

To thrive as a Medical Proofreader, you need a strong grasp of medical terminology, exceptional attention to detail, and a background in life sciences or medical editing. Familiarity with style guides like AMA or APA, as well as proficiency in proofreading software and content management systems, is typically required. Strong organizational skills, time management, and effective written communication help you excel in reviewing complex medical documents under tight deadlines. These skills are crucial to ensure the accuracy, clarity, and compliance of medical content, protecting patient safety and upholding professional standards.

What are some common challenges faced by Medical Proofreaders, and how can they be overcome?

Medical Proofreaders often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex medical terminology, ensuring consistency across large documents, and keeping up with evolving industry guidelines. Collaborating closely with medical writers and editors helps clarify ambiguous content and resolve discrepancies. Regular training and referencing trusted medical style guides can help maintain accuracy, while strong organizational skills aid in managing multiple projects with tight deadlines.
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Infographic showing various Medical Proofreader job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 86% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,520 per year, or $27.7 per hour.
Proofreader - Freelance or Contract-to-Hire

Proofreader - Freelance or Contract-to-Hire

Baldwin & Obenauf, Inc.

Somerville, NJ • On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Full-time, Contractor

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

About the Job
BNO's headquarters is located in the New York Metro area (Somerville, NJ). We are a full-service advertising agency with a niche specialty in Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals and Pharma Marketing. We're looking to add a proofreading rock-star with expertise in pharmaceutical and medical promotional materials including electronic media, presentations, brochures, social media, package inserts, instructions for use booklets, and packaging.
The focus of this job is on producing high quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines and procedures. Precise, consistent work output is essential, requiring patience and a willingness to handle and complete one task at a time. The job environment is stable, based on known relationships with people and well-defined processes. Job knowledge and competency is built through structured step-by-step training and positive, supportive coaching from management and peers. Communication with others is based on knowledge of repetitive job routines and procedures gained from sufficient job experience. Consistent, error free work based on defined regulations and standards are key measures of job performance success. The job environment promotes steady, methodical work output so that job routines can be completed on time and error-free. This position is designed to develop a valued technical expert, one who is recognized and supported by management, with a stable work environment, who can deliver quality work on a consistent basis.
What we're looking for...
  • 5+ years' experience as a proofreader is required.
  • Experience in proofreading healthcare and pharmaceutical promotional materials is required.
  • Experience working within an agency setting is strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with AMA style guidelines and experience with using Adobe Acrobat is preferred.
  • Experience in proofreading documents in an online system is preferred.

Candidates should possess an energetic and inquisitive mind, with strong interpersonal skills, along with effective communication skills, both oral and written, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Must be curious and have heart for the industry.
What you'll be doing ...
As a proofreader, you will be part of an in-house team working across all Agency Departments, supporting the work of the Creative and Client Service Teams. You will also be a key player in our Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Communications Department, supporting more than 40+ client brands. In this area, your responsibilities can include maintaining editorial and promotional consistency across a range of communications; ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and brand requirements; comparing documents to source material to ensure consistency and accuracy; identifying mistakes in spelling, grammar, punctuation and layout, and more. You will become the SME and guardian of the brand!
The fine print ...
This opportunity is freelance or contract-to-hire for a full-time, remote position for candidates located in New Jersey; salary range of $55,000 - $70,000, with the final salary offer based on individual candidate experience.
Qualified candidates will live within 60 minutes' drive from our Somerville, NJ office in order to attend quarterly, in-person team meetings.
Benefits offered upon full time hire.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.

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