Health Equity Field Liaison

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.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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 in the next calendar year.

• An excellent retirement savings plan with a 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This is a field-based/remote position within Abbott's Cancer Diagnostics business. Candidates must reside within the Pacific Time Zone.

Our diagnostic solutions help healthcare providers make informed decisions and improve patient care through innovative cancer screening and diagnostic technologies.

As the Health Equity Field Liaison, you'll play a key role in advancing equitable access to cancer screening by partnering with  health systems, community healthcare organizations, public health organizations and commercial field teams to identify and address barriers to care. You'll build strategic relationships with healthcare leaders, develop and implement targeted screening initiatives, and leverage population health insights to improve screening participation among communities experiencing healthcare disparities. This role will  also works across internal teams to strengthen health equity programs and drive meaningful improvements in patient outcomes.

What You'll Work On

• Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships with public health systems and community healthcare organizations, including Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Community Health Centers (CHCs), Primary Care Associations (PCAs), Health Center Controlled Networks (HCCNs), state screening programs, safety net hospitals, and health departments to advance cancer screening initiatives and improve access to care.

•  Implement health equity focused  screening initiatives by collaborating with commercial field teams and healthcare leaders to identify barriers related to social determinants of health, develop targeted solutions, and implement programs that improve cancer screening participation and patient outcomes among underserved populations.

• Engage and influence key healthcare decision-makers, including executive leadership, Chief Medical Officers, Quality Improvement, and Population Health teams, by providing approved clinical and epidemiological insights, educational resources, and actionable strategies that support system-wide screening initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and community partners, including Sales, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Marketing, Customer Experience, advocacy organizations, and community-based coalitions to develop educational strategies, share regional insights, and implement scalable programs that address healthcare disparities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Community Health, or a related discipline.

• Eight (8) or more years of experience in a customer-facing managerial role, such as account management, within healthcare, nonprofit, or community engagement organizations serving vulnerable populations.

• One (1) or more years of experience supporting health equity initiatives or working with vulnerable or underserved populations.

• Demonstrated success collaborating with and influencing cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.

• Strong leadership, active listening, conflict resolution, relationship-building, and communication skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to engage healthcare executives and community stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and SharePoint.

• Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) requirements, including:

• • No more than two moving violations, events, or accidents within the past 36 months.

• • No alcohol- or drug-related driving events within the past 36 months. 

• • No other MVR findings that present an unacceptable level of liability as determined by the company.

• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health (MPH), Healthcare Administration, Population Health, or a related discipline.

• Experience developing or supporting health equity initiatives, social responsibility programs, community engagement strategies, or nonprofit partnerships.

• Experience working within healthcare systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), or community health clinics.

• Commercial field experience, including collaboration with sales or account management teams.

Apply Now

 

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://abbottbenefits.com/ 

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an

Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

Connect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers. 

 

     

The base pay for this position is

$99,300.00 – $198,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Medical & Scientific Affairs

     

DIVISION:

ONCO Cancer Diagnostics

        

LOCATION:

United States of America : Remote

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment, Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

     

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf