Medical Writer
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
At a Glance
Medical Writer. Top skills: Project Management, Advising, Medical Devices.
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Technical Writers
Median Wage
$91,670/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+0.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (13)
Project Management
Medical Devices
Clinical Evaluation
Notified Body
In Vitro Diagnostics
Orthopedics
Wound Care
ISO 13485 Standard
Research Design
Technical Documentation
Quality Management Systems
Neurology
Risk Control
Common Skills (7)
Advising
Communication
Management
Interpersonal Communications
Customer Service
Program Management
Mentorship
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