Forensic Pathologist Jobs

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BANNOCK COUNTY
Job Title: Forensic Pathologist Department: Commissioners
Status: Full-time, Regular with benefits
FLSA Designation: Exempt
Grade: X
Minimum Rate: 250,000 to 289,000
Position Type: AI6
Updated: January 20, 2023
Job Summary Responsible for carrying out the essential duties of a Forensic Pathologist as needed for
contracted services, including full autopsies, limited autopsies, inspections, and any
additional testing required to assist with determining the cause of death.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Examines human bodies in order to determine the cause and manner of death using
various sources of information as well as the performance of autopsy;
Determines the cause of violent, accidental, sudden, traumatic, unusual deaths as well
as others as requested by Coroners;
Reviews cases with the coroner of jurisdiction and provide input based on medical
judgment to determine if autopsy is needed.
Inquires into the cause and circumstances of human deaths and establishes the
identities of deceased persons;
Performs pathological and toxicological analyses and prepares documents for
permanent records;
Observes and records the positions and conditions of bodies and related evidence;
Observes, records and preserves any objects or personal property related to deaths,
including objects such as medication and suicide notes, DNA evidence, fingerprints,
trace evidence fibers, etc.;
Assists in directing emergency responses to disasters that require coroner services;
Provides assistance to law enforcement agencies and organ procurement agencies in
cooperation with the Coroner;
Provides expert testimony in criminal proceedings related to deaths and consults with
and advises the Prosecutors office;
Formulates policy in regard to medical operations, directs its execution and evaluates
work;
Communicates standards and protocols to the Chief Operations Manager;
Represents the county in various activities and interacts with the general public and
other agencies.
Other Duties and Responsibilities Keeps informed of new and improved methods in forensic pathology and medicine
and instructs staff in such methods;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Instructional opportunities with Idaho State University (ISU).
Job Requirements Must be a licensed physician to practice medicine in the state of Idaho or be eligible for
licensure in the state of Idaho (must obtain Idaho license within 3 months of employment)
Must be a board-certified forensic pathologist.
Knowledge of anatomy, pathology, anthropology and other related disciplines for
identification and investigative purposes;
Knowledge of firearms and other instruments of death;
Knowledge of vehicular crash analysis;
Knowledge of rules of evidence and court procedures;
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of criminal investigation and crime scene
processing;
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws related to the operation of the county coroners
function;
Skill in performing autopsies and examination of human bodies;
Ability to operate scanning/imaging and or photographic, audio-visual, x-ray and related
equipment;
Ability to find, gather and collect information and data;
Ability to compile, code, categorize, calculate, audit, verify information or data;
Ability to maintain composure and respond effectively and efficiently in stressful, emergency,
volatile, or crisis situations;
Ability to deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact and professionalism;
Ability to work effectively with co-workers, supervisors and members of other agencies;
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, particularly as a witness in a
courtroom
Ability to use a computer with word processing, spreadsheet and database software;
Ability to follow safety procedures and perform the duties of the job without endangering self
or others:
Adhere to NAME autopsy performance standards and requirements.
This position is considered safety sensitive and the incumbent is subject to random
drug testing;
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Idaho drivers license.
Work Environment and Essential Physical Abilities Position involves risks which require the use of special safety precautions and or
equipment, e.g. working around potentially contagious diseases, operating
machines, hazardous ch