ASSISTANT MEDICAL EXAMINER, NON BOARD CERTIFIED

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Health Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

Generous Leave Benefits

Job summary

The State of Maryland is looking for Assistant Medical Examiners to join the Maryland Department of Health's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. This role involves performing autopsies, investigating causes of death, and supervising technical staff. You will be involved in daily operations, case evaluations, and teaching opportunities.

Applicants must possess an MD or DO, complete a forensic fellowship, and maintain licensure in Maryland. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Medicine with a Doctor of Medicine Degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an ACGME approved Forensic Fellowship program.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Maryland.
• Ability to obtain Board Certification in Forensic Pathology.
• Availability to be on 24‑hour call two‑three times per month.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates death scene information.
• Performs autopsies and prepares reports.
• Reviews medical records and police reports as necessary.
• Supervises the work of autopsy technicians.
• Teaches Fellows, visiting residents and medical students.

Skills

Familiarity with specialized autopsy techniques

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to follow standardized techniques

Education

Doctor of Medicine Degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Completion of an ACGME approved Forensic Fellowship

Tools

Microscope

Autopsy equipment

Transcription devices

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of Health, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, is seeking Assistant Medical Examiners to join a committed professional team of forensic pathologists, investigating deaths and performing autopsies as necessary. The primary purpose of this position is to provide certified medical and specialized pathology skills in the performance of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner's (OCME) mandated cause and manner of death investigation.

Position Details

Grade: 9990

Location: MDH, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Baltimore, Maryland

Job Duties

• Evaluates death scene information.
• Performs autopsies and prepares reports of postmortem examination and autopsies.
• Reviews medical records, police reports and the reports of the toxicologist as required to accurately determine the cause and manner of death.
• Answers inquiries from relatives and other interested parties, as to the cause and manner of death.
• Supervises the work of the assigned autopsy technicians.
• Attends and participates in daily departmental meetings.
• Collects evidence for law enforcement agencies during autopsy.
• Teaches Fellows, visiting residents and medical students.
• Testifies in court and attends meetings (e.g., Child Fatality Review).
• When on call, consults with Medical Examiner's Investigators, makes decisions concerning release of organs and tissues for transplantation purposes on Medical Examiner's cases.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Medicine with a Doctor of Medicine Degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or an international equivalent.
• Successful completion of an ACGME approved Forensic Fellowship program.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Maryland (licensure must be obtained prior to hire).
• Ability to obtain Board Certification in Forensic Pathology and Anatomic Pathology within the period of board eligibility provided by the American Board of Pathology.
• Availability to be on 24‑hour call two‑three (2‑3) times per month and to work one weekend per month.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with specialized autopsy techniques.
• Skill in the use of a microscope and interpretation of histology findings, and use of transcription devices, autopsy equipment and photographic equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to complete case reports in a timely fashion.
• Excellent communication skills for both written and verbal communication with criminal prosecutors, defense attorneys, law‑enforcement personnel, representatives from insurance companies, and next‑of‑kin; ability to maintain professional neutrality.
• Ability to follow standardized techniques and procedures and to adapt and make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in fast‑paced environments.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

Applicants must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians to practice medicine under Maryland State Law at time of hire. A copy of the current license or license number must accompany your application.

Benefits

• Meaningful Work
• Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
• Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
• Retirement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
• Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.