Field Deputy Med Investigator

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Field Deputy Medical Investigator, where you'll play a crucial role in investigating unexpected deaths across New Mexico. This on-call position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while dealing with sensitive situations. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of anatomy and be comfortable working in challenging environments. If you're looking for a unique opportunity to contribute to public safety and have a strong ethical background, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator, adept with computers and Microsoft products.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow complex instructions.

Responsibilities

• Investigate sudden or unexpected deaths in New Mexico.
• Work independently while maintaining a calm demeanor.

Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Anatomy Knowledge

Report Writing

Emotional Stability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Products

Job description

Field Deputy Med Investigator

Requisition ID	req30842
Working Title	Field Deputy Med Investigator
Position Grade	06
Position Summary	As anationally accredited program with strong educational component in TheUniversity of New Mexico School of Medicine, the Office of the MedicalInvestigator (OMI) in Albuquerque investigates any death occurring in NewMexico that is sudden, violent, untimely, unexpected or where a person isfound dead and the cause of death is unknown. The OMI, which is a specialprogram within the Department of Pathology in the School of Medicine at theUniversity of New Mexico, determines the cause and manner of death in thesecases, and provides formal death certification. The OMI is looking forcandidates for on-call Field Deputy Medical Investigator (FDMI) for severalout lying counties in New Mexico. Our ideal candidate will be a strongcommunicator, both in writing and verbally. We work in an electronic recordkeeping system so we are looking for candidates that are adept with computersand Microsoft products. We are looking for someone with the ability to buildstrong relationships with various stakeholders in the counties such as lawenforcement, funeral homes, and transporters. Our ideal candidate will have astrong ethical background and will be able to work independently while stillfollowing complex instructions. As an FDMI, the candidate does need to beable to maintain the strictest level of confidence as well as be able to dealwith various situations with a calm demeanor. Given the type of work that isrequired, we are looking for candidates that are comfortable touching,lifting, moving, and smelling dead bodies. This is an on-call position.Shifts are usually either 12 or 24 hours of call. FDMI need to be availablefor calls during on-call times. For more information on OMI: https://hsc.unm.edu/omi/ See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment	Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job. Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area. UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer. Formal deputization as a Deputy Medical Investigator is required upon completion of training. Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Pre-employment background investigation required. Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications	High School Diploma or GED; no previous experience required. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications	-Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and/or kinesiology. -Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. -Ability to manipulate heavy objects. -Ability to write reports containing technical information. -Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. -Ability to operate a motor vehicle by day and by night. -Ability to investigate and analyze information. -Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses. -Knowledge of cameras and photographic procedures. -Ability to work with distressing and/or unpleasant odors, procedures and circumstances. -Ability to understand and follow complex, detailed technical instructions. -Ability to understand medical/forensic information and terminology.
Additional Requirements
Campus	Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department	Office of the Medical Investigator (389A)
Employment Type	Staff
Staff Type	On-Call
Term End Date
Status	Non-Exempt
Pay	Hourly: $16.07 - $20.12
Benefits Eligible	This is not a benefits eligible position.
ERB Statement	As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required	Yes
For Best Consideration Date	9/10/2024
Eligible for Remote Work	Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement	This position is completely remote, in-state only.
Application Instructions	Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please submit resume, cover letter, and the county you are available for on-call status.
Positions posted with a Staff Type ofRegularorTermare eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.