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How much do moonlighter jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for moonlighter in the United States is $72,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Moonlighter—someone who holds a second job in addition to a primary role—you need strong time management, multitasking abilities, and relevant expertise in your secondary field. Familiarity with productivity tools, scheduling apps, and potentially industry-specific certifications can help balance multiple work responsibilities. Excellent organizational skills, self-discipline, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for managing workload and expectations. These skills are important to maintain high performance, prevent burnout, and ensure professional success in both roles.

How can I effectively balance responsibilities when working as a moonlighter alongside a primary job?

Balancing a moonlighter role with your main job requires strong time management and clear boundaries. It's important to communicate your availability with both employers to avoid scheduling conflicts and burnout. Many moonlighters find it helpful to designate specific hours or days for their secondary job, ensuring they maintain productivity and performance in both roles. Additionally, being transparent (when appropriate) and adhering to any non-compete or conflict-of-interest policies helps maintain professionalism and job security.

What are moonlighters?

Moonlighters are individuals who work a second job outside of their primary employment, typically during the evening or nighttime hours. This secondary job may be taken to supplement income, pursue a passion, or gain additional skills. While moonlighting can provide financial or professional benefits, it’s important to consider potential conflicts of interest with your main employer and to manage your time and energy effectively. Some employers have policies regarding outside employment, so it's wise to review your contract or company handbook before taking on a second job.
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Infographic showing various Moonlighter job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 10% As Needed, 49% Full Time, and 39% Part Time. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,781 per year, or $35 per hour.

Moonlighter-Extra call for Pay

Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

$48.08 - $480.77/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

The Moonlighter (Extra Call for Pay Trainees) will immediately respond and assume the responsibilities for the care of the patient by covering the clinical service assigned. The Moonlighter is also responsible for any patient procedures with the supervision of the attending on-site. The Moonlighter will document their care in the patient record.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Coordinate the care of the patient.

  • Collaborates with the Attending Physician under their supervision.

  • Perform procedures as needed for the patient under the supervision of an Attending Physician, when applicable.

  • Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be a current trainee in an approved fellowship or residency program.

  • Must have a current Illinois Medical License.

  • Must have current ALS (Advanced Life Support) verification.

Education

MD/DO: Medicine (Required)

Pay Range

$48.08-$480.77 Hourly

At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentivesfor select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the followinglink to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

  • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

  • Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

  • Tuition assistance

  • Student loan servicing and support

  • Adoption benefits

  • Backup Childcare and Eldercare

  • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

  • Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities

  • Discount purchasing program

There's a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children's we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children's and its affiliatesare equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org