FORENSIC PATHOLOGIST (PART-TIME)

County of Santa Cruz; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 254,000; Part time

Job summary

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office is seeking a skilled Forensic Pathologist to lead and coordinate forensic pathology activities. This unique part-time opportunity (at least 30 hours per week) allows you to make a significant impact in criminal and medicolegal investigations while enjoying flexibility in your schedule.

The County of Santa Cruz offers a generous benefits package including annual leave, holidays, medical, dental, vision, and CalPERS retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed physician in the field of Forensic Pathology (California).
• Certificate in anatomic and forensic pathology (ABP).
• Valid California Driver License or approved transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform autopsies and other professional work in forensic pathology to determine cause and time of death.
• Act as a professional consultant and provide expert witness services.
• Perform additional duties as required by the Sheriff's Office.

Education

Medical License (California)

Board Certification in Anatomic/Forensic Pathology

California Driver License

Job description

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office is seeking a skilled Forensic Pathologist to lead and coordinate forensic pathology activities. This unique part-time opportunity (at least 30 hours per week) allows you to make a significant impact in criminal and medicolegal investigations while enjoying flexibility in your schedule. The County of Santa Cruz offers a generous benefits package which includes annual leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and CalPERS retirement benefits!

Salary: $189,665-$254,186 per year for 30-hour workweeks

THE JOB:

Under general direction, to perform autopsies and other professional work in forensic pathology to determine cause and time of death; to act as a professional consultant and provide expert witness services; and to do other work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Experience working as a licensed physician in the field of Forensic Pathology.

Possession and maintenance of a valid Physician and Surgeon's License issued by the State of California.

Possession and maintenance of a valid certificate in anatomic and forensic pathology issued by the American Board of Pathology.

Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver License or the incumbent must provide suitable transportation approved by the appointing authority.

Candidate must successfully pass a complete background investigation.

Live, work and play in beautiful Santa Cruz County!

County's natural beauty spans from its coastal beaches to its redwood forests. The County also has excellent shopping throughout the local communities and features a lively downtown area in the City of Santa Cruz.