Abbott

Healthcare

MedicalReviewOfficer(MRO)

$149–299k Kansas City, Missouri, United States; United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Medical Review Officer (MRO) at Abbott. Skills: Medical review, Drug testing, Regulatory compliance, Occupational medicine. Oversee Toxicology - Workplace Services. Ensure regulatory compliance”

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving capabilities

Eligibility Requirements

10% travel, Keyboard use >= 50%

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

MD or DO, Active, unrestricted medical ability, Board-certified or board-eligible, Current MRO certification, Current CDME certification, 10 years clinical experience, 5 years certified MRO experience, Knowledge of federal regulations, Knowledge of occupational health guidance, Leadership skills, Decision-making skills, Stakeholder management skills, Analytical skills, Communication skills, Problem-solving skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Proficiency in relevant systems, Active participation in ODAPC listserv

Nice to Have

Occupational and Environmental Medicine certification preferred, Experience providing testimony, Experience serving as expert witness, Prior leadership experience, People management experience, Experience partnering with HR, Experience partnering with Legal, Experience partnering with Compliance, Data analysis experience, Reporting experience, Business operations experience, Budgeting experience, Program management experience

What You'll Do.

Oversee Toxicology - Workplace Services

Ensure regulatory compliance

Provide clinical leadership

Contribute to strategic direction

Support management of MRO-A team

Support management of nursing staff

Support management of support personnel

Oversight of quality assurance

Stakeholder engagement

Lead management of physicians

Lead management of support staff

Deliver occupational medicine services

Deliver drug testing services

Review drug test results

Interpret drug test results

Determine legitimate medical explanations

Ensure compliance with collection procedures

Ensure compliance with chain-of-custody

Ensure compliance with recordkeeping

Conduct fitness-for-duty evaluations

Conduct DOT FMCSA-certified exams

Provide insights into industry trends

Provide insights into regulatory requirements

Align program strategy

Ensure high-quality services

Ensure evidence-based services

Ensure compliant services

Support oversight of quality assurance

Support adverse event reporting

Support safety monitoring

Maintain expert knowledge of regulations

Maintain expert knowledge of guidelines

Contribute to budget planning

Contribute to resource allocation

Contribute to operational efficiency

Coordinate regulatory reporting

Ensure timely submission of documentation

Ensure accurate submission of documentation

Maintain required licensure

Maintain required certifications

Maintain continuing education

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional support staff; Regulatory agencies; Internal leadership; External partners; Medical Director; HR functions; Legal functions; Compliance functions

Communication Scope

Communication skills

Process & Methodology

Program management

Full Job Description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. ## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **WORKING AT ABBOTT:** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: * Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. * Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan. * An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution * Tuition reimbursement, the [Freedom 2 Save](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and [FreeU](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree * A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. * A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **THE OPPORTUNITY:** The MRO, a licensed physician, supports the Medical Director in overseeing Toxicology - Workplace Services. This role is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, providing clinical leadership, and contributing to the strategic direction of occupational medicine and drug testing programs. The position directly supports management of the MRO-A team, nursing staff, and support personnel, and plays a key role in budget oversight, quality

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