Forensic Pathologist

Job Summary

The DHSS - Division of Public Health seeks a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Assistant Medical Examiner. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing forensic autopsies and external body examinations to determine the cause and manner of death statewide.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic autopsies and external body examinations to determine the cause and manner of death.
• Review reports of death received from hospitals, police agencies, and private physicians to determine jurisdiction of cases.
• Communicate with family, friends, and/or associates of decedents as necessary to clarify unclear points and obtain appropriate background information.
• Conduct on-site investigations at the death scene to gather appropriate data and information surrounding the case.
• Direct the activities of forensic investigators in photographing and removing of the decedent and the work of autopsy room support personnel during the examination.
• Conduct microscopic examinations of specimens, tissues, organs, fluid, blood, etc. to determine irregular conditions which might have contributed to death.
• Prepare through dictation, autopsy and external body examination reports and findings and furnish same to law enforcement officials to include evidence of a medical/scientific nature which might be needed for criminal involvement uses.
• Work with hospitals, health care agencies, law enforcement and criminal justice agencies and private physicians.
• Review current literature in the area of forensic pathology and investigative research and examines prior case histories for background information.
• Prepare certificate of death and determines the release of bodies and cremation.
• Testify in courts of law as required.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of forensic pathology and investigative research, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant work experience are required.

Working at DHSS - Division of Public Health

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