Medical Review Officer (MRO)

Abbott Medical Review Officer

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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.
• 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 student debt program and FreeU 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 assurance, and stakeholder engagement (including regulatory agencies, internal leadership, and external partners). This role reports to the Medical Director and operates within a highly collaborative environment.

What You'll Work On:

• Leads and supports the management of physicians and cross-functional support staff within Medical Affairs, delivering occupational medicine and drug testing services.
• Reviews and interprets drug test results, including determining legitimate medical explanations in accordance with federal regulations.
• Ensures compliance with specimen collection procedures, chain-of-custody requirements, and recordkeeping standards.
• Supports and, as appropriate, conducts fitness-for-duty evaluations, including DOT FMCSA-certified driver medical exams.
• Provides insights into industry trends and evolving regulatory requirements, aligning program strategy with organizational objectives.
• Develops, implements, and continuously improves policies and procedures to ensure high-quality, evidence-based, and compliant occupational health services.
• Supports oversight of quality assurance programs, including adverse event reporting and safety monitoring activities.
• Maintains expert knowledge of applicable federal regulations and occupational medicine guidelines.
• Contributes to budget planning, resource allocation, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Coordinates regulatory reporting and ensures the timely and accurate submission of required documentation.
• Maintains all required licensure, certifications, and continuing education to support role responsibilities.

Onboarding & Training:

• The selected candidate will be expected to complete an on-site onboarding and training period in Kansas City during the first 90 days to ensure successful integration with the team and business.
• Following the onboarding period, the candidate will be expected to travel to Kansas City on a regular, as-needed basis to support business priorities, key initiatives, and leadership engagement.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license; ability and willingness to obtain additional state licenses as required.
• Board-certified or board-eligible; Occupational and Environmental Medicine certification preferred.
• Current Medical Review Officer (MRO) certification (AAMRO or MROCC).
• Current DOT FMCSA Certified Medical Examiner (CDME) certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
• Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience, including occupational medicine and knowledge of substance use disorders.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience serving as a certified MRO, with demonstrated knowledge of applicable regulations.
• Strong knowledge of federal regulations and occupational health guidance.
• Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant clinical/operational systems.
• Experience providing testimony, depositions, or serving as an expert witness preferred.
• Active participation in the ODAPC listserv required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior leadership or people management experience in healthcare, corporate health, or regulatory environment.
• Experience partnering with HR, Legal, or Compliance functions.
• Strong data analysis and reporting experience to support quality and operational decision-making.
• Experience in business operations, including budgeting and program management.

The base pay for this position is $149,300.00 $298,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.