FORENSIC PATHOLOGIST

Fresno Co Sheriff; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forensic Pathologist to join their team. This unique role is vital for determining the cause of unexplained deaths and preparing detailed autopsy reports. You will provide expert testimony to legal authorities and work closely with other medical professionals. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community while upholding the highest standards of quality and dignity in death. If you are a skilled medical professional passionate about forensic science, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Doctor of Medicine degree from an approved medical school.
• One year of paid experience in forensic pathology is required.

Responsibilities

• Determine cause and manner of sudden or unexplained deaths.
• Prepare autopsy reports and provide expert opinions.

Skills

Forensic Pathology

Expert Testimony

Postmortem Examination

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Job description

APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME

The County of Fresno Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator's Office invites applications for the position of Forensic Pathologist. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled medical professional who is dedicated to quality and dignity in death. Incumbents are responsible for determining the cause and manner of sudden or unexplained deaths under the jurisdiction of the Coroner’s Office; preparing postmortem examination or autopsy reports; and providing expert testimony and opinions to other physicians and legal authorities regarding cases.

This position serves on an “at will” basis and is exempt from civil service provisions of the Fresno County Charter. The Forensic Pathologist may act on behalf of the Chief Forensic Pathologist in his/her absence, but the former does not have supervisory responsibilities over staff.

Education: Possession of a Doctor of Medicine degree from a medical school that is recognized or approved by the Medical Board of California or the Osteopathic Medical Board of California, or that meets the requirements of California Business and Professions Code Section 2135.7.

License: Valid Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Medical Board of California, pursuant to California Government Code Section 27522.
AND
Valid board certification in Forensic Pathology by the American Board of Pathology.

Experience: One (1) year of full-time, paid work experience in the field of forensic pathology, including experience gained during fellowship.

HOW TO APPLY: Qualified applicants should email their application materials (listed below) by the deadline to: Veronica Aguirre, Staff Analyst
[e-mail]
Fresno Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator's Office 3333 E. American Ave, Suite G, Fresno, CA 93725

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• A complete, accurate Fresno County employment application must be submitted online only and shall include:
  • All education and work experience to demonstrate the applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
• A valid Physician and Surgeon license number issued by the Medical Board of California, pursuant to California Government Code Section 27522.
• A copy of a valid board certification in Forensic Pathology by the American Board of Pathology.
• A copy of your degree or transcripts that verify possession of the required education; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • If education was completed outside the United States' accredited college or university system, documentation that the education is comparable to that received within the United States' system must be provided by the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Please Note:

• Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
• Incomplete or inaccurate applications will be disqualified.
• Submissions must be received by the closing date and time of this recruitment. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Positions in this classification are in MEDICAL GROUP I - Light Physical Activity (Personnel Rule 8): This group includes positions which require only light physical effort and may include lifting of small, light objects and some bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching. Considerable walking or standing may be involved.

The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at [phone] at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.

Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.

Analyst: Tiffany Lee