Forensic Pathologist

1046 Health Network Laboratories LLC; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

HNL Lab Medicine seeks a fully qualified forensic pathologist to perform post-mortem examinations and render medical opinions on manner of death. The role includes reviewing medical histories, dictating autopsy reports, and interpreting toxicology and pathology evidence.

The candidate will serve as an expert in court or depositions as needed. Requirements include an MD/DO with PA licensure, pathology residency, and forensic pathology fellowship; board-eligibility is expected within two years of

Qualifications

• MD or DO with Pennsylvania licensure and pathology residency.
• Fellowship in forensic pathology with board-eligibility consideration.
• Ambitious candidates pursuing AP or AP/CP board certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform post-mortem examinations and determine cause of death.
• Review decedents' clinical histories and lab results.
• Dictate autopsy reports with precision and clarity.
• Interpret toxicology, neuropathology and other expert reports.
• Provide expert court testimony and consult on medico-legal cases.
• Collaborate with department pathologists and supervise staff.

Skills

Autopsy performance

Court testimony

Medical records review

Education

MD/DO degree

Pathology residency

Forensic pathology fellowship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Medical records systems

Job description

Work Schedule: Performs post-mortem examinations, determines cause of death and renders a medical opinion as to manner of death. Reviews clinical medical history of decedents. Liaises with various legal and medical professionals. Determines explanations for various types of marks and signs of trauma. Recovers and prevents evidence as necessary. Analyzes expert reports and toxicology tests. Serves as an expert in court, consultation or deposition as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs postmortem examinations.
• Reviews medical records of the deceased and reviews relevant information from the Coroner’s office in order to determine cause of death and provide a medical opinion on manner of death.
• Dictates accurate and comprehensive autopsy reports.
• Interprets expert reports (toxicology, neuropathology, cardiopathology, etc.).
• Able to perform death scene investigations.
• Acts as a professional consultant in medico-legal cases concerning the cause and manner of death.
• Assists in determining identity of descendants.
• Collaborates with other Departmental Pathologists and team members; trains and directs the work of forensic autopsy assistants and other support staff.
• Participates in educational programs.
• Fosters and promotes good working relations with colleagues, law enforcement officials, attorneys, and if necessary public individuals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A. Education/Experience: M.D. or D.O. degree with successful Commonwealth of Pennsylvania licensure. Successful completion of a pathology residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME); and completion of a forensic pathology fellowship. It will be expected that the individual will be Board-eligible and will seek appropriate Board Certification(s) in Anatomic Pathology (AP) or Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP) with a subspecialty in forensic pathology within 2 years of hiring. Working knowledge of State and Federal regulations governing laboratories.
• B. Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals. Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, including coroners and medical doctors. Ability to write articles for publication.
• C. Math Ability: Ability to work with mathematical concepts including simple math skills, basic geometry and trigonometrical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• D. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ethical obligations may supersede HNL’s interests.
• E. Computer Skills: Ability to use Microsoft Office products, and various other computer software products.
• F. Certificates and Licenses: None required.

HNL Lab Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Address: 1255 S Cedar Crest Blvd Primary Location: Allentown- 1255 Cedar Crest Position Type: Onsite Department: 1046-00072 FPA

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the organization. With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and rewarding opportunities. Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We're looking for individuals who align with our Core Values and enjoy working as a team to create satisfying outcomes for our patients, customers and clients.

At HNL Lab Medicine, our patients are more than just test tubes. We understand the impact each test we analyze has on our patients' lives, and we never take that responsibility lightly.

Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, we provide testing and related services to physician offices, hospitals, long-term care facilities, employers, and industrial accounts. With more than 50 patient service centers throughout Pennsylvania, we provide accessible, patient-focused laboratory services in the communities we serve. Our team of more than 2,000 professionals includes 109 board-certified pathologists and scientific directors, along with more than 400 certified laboratory scientists and phlebotomists. Together, they bring deep expertise, operational excellence, accountability, and compassionate care to every test we perform.