Medical Review Officer (MRO) Assistant Training-MRO Assistant Resources, Competencies and Certification

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The last segment of a medical review officer assistant course focuses on staying current and obtaining certifications. Recommended books include "The MRO Manual" by Robert Swetinski and Donna Smith, and "The Medical Review Officer Team Manual" by Dr. Ferguson which provides practical advice on running an MRO office. The American College of Occupational Environmental Medicine's newsletter, MRO Update, offers in-depth articles, recent research, drug use surveys, and updates on regulations. The Medical Review Officer Certification Council publishes monographs on specimen collection, alternative specimens, prescription drugs, and state laws. Useful websites include the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and the Department of Transportation. Online forums and professional organizations, such as the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, also provide resources. Certification is not required but can enhance career prospects, with the Medical Review Officer Certification Council offering an online examination. Feedback and suggestions are encouraged, with good luck wished for future work as a medical review officer assistant.

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medical review officer assistant course

certifications

recommended books

MRO Update

online examination