Assistant Medical Examiner

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utah Office of the Medical Examiner seeks a qualified Assistant Medical Examiner to perform autopsies, review histology, and prepare findings while certifying causes of death. The role includes providing expert testimony and opportunities to teach medical students and residents.

The position may offer a hybrid work arrangement and requires board-certified or eligible forensic pathology credentials, with a license to practice in Utah or eligibility to obtain it before employment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed ACGME fellowship in forensic pathology.
• Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in Utah or ability to obtain before starting employment.
• Completed ACGME residency in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic/Clinical Pathology.
• ABPath certification in Anatomic Pathology and forensic pathology, or eligibility to complete within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise autopsies, review histology specimens, evaluate data, and prepare reports.
• Certify the cause and/or manner of death.
• Provide testimony as an expert witness in courts and other proceedings.

Skills

Forensic pathology

Teaching

Education

ACGME forensic pathology fellowship

ACGME pathology residency

ABPath certification in Anatomic/Forensic Pathology

Utah medical license or eligible

Job description

Are you a recent (everything is relative!) graduate looking for a great opportunity to gain or further your experience as a forensic pathologist? Are you seeking a supportive and collaborative environment that believes in work-life balance? Are you interested in the public health aspect of forensic medicine? Do you enjoy teaching? Then look no further! The Utah Office of the Medical Examiner is seeking a skilled, knowledgeable individual to fill their vacant role of Assistant Medical Examiner.

Please Read Before Applying:

• Effective July 1, 2021, in-state work rules require all work to be performed while physically within the state’s borders.

This position may be eligible to work a hybrid schedule of both in-office and telework days. Please note, a position’s eligibility for hybrid work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

The State of Utah requires all employees to physically work inside the State of Utah Boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise autopsies, review histology specimens, evaluate data from autopsies and ancillary tests, and prepare reports with your findings.
• Certify the cause and/or manner of death.
• Provide testimony as an expert witness in courts of law, pre-trial reviews, and other proceedings.
• Teach medical students, pathology residents, law enforcement, and other personnel about forensic medicine.
• Provide lectures and other educational presentations to law enforcement, medical personnel, legal personnel, and other professional groups (if interested).

Qualifications

• Completed ACGME (Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education) approved fellowship in forensic pathology
• Current unlimited license to practice medicine in the State of Utah or ability to obtain before beginning employment with the State of Utah
• Completed ACGME approved residency in either Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic/Clinical Pathology
• Completed American Board of Pathology certification in Anatomic Pathology and forensic pathology, or ability to complete within 2 years of hire
• Upon passing of forensic pathology board examination, the agency may grant a salary increase

Preference

• 2 years of experience in forensic pathology
• An interest in teaching or academic research
• Additional subspecialty training in cardiovascular pathology or pediatric pathology

Work Schedule:

• The office performs examinations Monday through Saturday with exams completed by mid afternoon. At full staffing levels, full time pathologists can expect 6-7 examination service days spread out over the month, with telework options available for non service days (following our hybrid work policy).
• On-call services are focused on tissue/organ donation and handling questions from medical investigators. Scene attendance is up to the discretion of the physician.
• Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

About the Role

Location –

4451 South 2700 West

United States

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

• We collaborate closely with public health and law enforcement agencies.
• Our full time investigators are ABMDI-certified, ensuring high quality investigations
• Our morgue operations team is highly trained and structured to maximize efficiencies during postmortem examinations.
• We have a supportive and collaborative team that fosters a culture that balances productivity and personal well-being.
• Our case management system allows for simple tracking of assignments and provides seamless integration with the state’s electronic death registry system
• Utah’s diverse geography and demographics offer a wide range of cases, from urban to wilderness-related deaths but with a relatively low homicide burden.

Experience a sense of achievement for a job well done and enjoy work life balance! We offer great health benefits and retirement plans, generous paid time off, and a balanced work schedule to afford quality time spent with your family.

Benefits Worth Working For

The Agency

To learn more about the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Medical Examiner, click here. If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a fingerprint background check.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].