Medical Officer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Medical Officer:

  • Medical degree.
  • Master of Health Administration (MHA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) advantageous.
  • Valid medical license.
  • x years clinical experience.
  • x years experience in a management role.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Clinical risk management experience.
  • Good organizational skills.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Medical Officer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Medical Officer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.