Medical Officer Jobs

Medical officer jobs are open across government agencies, healthcare systems, and private sector employers, at every level from early-career to chief medical officer, with specializations in occupational health, public health, and clinical operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAllied Universal
Top cityPoway, CA
Work type44% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Security Officer Medical Center Full Time Patrol Driver
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Security Officer Medical Center Full Time Patrol Driver
Allied Universal
Poway, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at Washington Regional Medical System
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Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at Washington Regional Medical System
Washington Regional Medical Center
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
1,001-5,000

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Chief Administrative Officer, Medical Physics
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Chief Administrative Officer, Medical Physics
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Hybrid
Master's degree in public administration
10,000+

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Director, Office of the Chief Medical Officer
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Director, Office of the Chief Medical Officer
Strive Health
Denver, Colorado
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$130k - $163k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business
501-1,000

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Medical Review Officer Assistant
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Medical Review Officer Assistant
WPCI
Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Medical Officer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Allied Universal4 open roles
Sutter Health3 open roles
Tenet Healthcare3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical officer jobs.

  • MD or DO degree with an active, unrestricted state medical license
  • Board certification in a relevant specialty such as internal medicine or preventive medicine
  • Minimum of five years of clinical practice or medical management experience
  • Experience with quality improvement, utilization review, or clinical documentation programs
  • Familiarity with electronic health record systems and population health data tools
  • Strong written communication skills for policy development, reporting, and regulatory submissions

Tips for Your Medical Officer Job Search

Tailor your CV to the sector

Medical officer roles in federal agencies require different emphasis than those in hospital systems or corporate settings. Highlight regulatory experience, clinical oversight, or population health work depending on the employer type before you apply to each opening.

Get your credentials verified early

Many medical officer postings require primary-source verification of your medical license and board certifications before an offer can be extended. Start that process before you apply so delays in credentialing don't stall an otherwise strong candidacy.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists medical officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Show leadership scope on your resume

Hiring managers for medical officer positions want to see how many clinicians you supervised, the size of the patient population you oversaw, or the budget you managed. Quantify that scope in each bullet rather than describing duties in general terms.

Prepare for case-based panel interviews

Medical officer interviews often include a panel of clinical and administrative stakeholders presenting a real-world case, such as a quality-of-care incident or a regulatory compliance scenario. Practice walking through your decision-making process out loud before the interview.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay

Medical officer offers frequently include CME allowances, malpractice tail coverage, loan repayment programs, and administrative time in addition to salary. Know which of those elements matter most to you and ask about each one before you accept.

Medical Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most medical officers?

Allied Universal, Sutter Health, and Tenet Healthcare are hiring the most medical officers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Florida, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in federal health agencies, managed care organizations, and large integrated health systems.

How many medical officer jobs are remote?

About 69% of medical officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the growth of telehealth and remote utilization review. Sub-areas such as medical affairs, utilization management, and clinical documentation improvement tend to offer the most remote flexibility compared to roles that require direct patient oversight.

How do you become a medical officer?

You become a medical officer by completing medical school and earning an MD or DO, completing residency training in a relevant specialty, obtaining board certification, and gaining several years of clinical experience. Most employers then expect you to transition into administrative or leadership responsibilities, which may include obtaining additional training in healthcare management or public health.

Can you get hired as a medical officer with little experience in administration?

Yes, some employers hire clinicians into medical officer roles when their clinical experience is strong, even if administrative experience is limited. Focusing on roles labeled associate or staff medical officer, highlighting any committee work, quality improvement projects, or peer review participation, and targeting organizations known for developing clinician leaders gives you a realistic path in without a lengthy administrative background.

What does the medical officer interview process look like?

The interview process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a panel interview with clinical leadership and administrative stakeholders. Candidates are often presented with a scenario involving a care quality issue, a compliance matter, or an operational challenge and asked to walk through their approach. Final-stage interviews may include a presentation to executive leadership or a meeting with the medical staff committee.

Where can I find and apply to medical officer jobs?

You can find and apply to medical officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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