On-Call Deputy Medical Examiner

Douglas County (WI); Superior (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County, Wisconsin, seeks a Deputy Medical Examiner to conduct and report on the medical investigation of violent, accidental, unusual, or medically unattended deaths.

The role requires on-call availability 24/7 and involves responsibilities such as scene response, evidence collection, and coordination of autopsies, with opportunities for court testimony and detailed reporting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of statutes governing deputy medical examiners and HIPAA policies.
• Ability to apply forensic principles to determine causes of death.
• Strong death scene investigation and evidence documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to death calls and document scenes.
• Conduct death scene investigations and collect evidence.
• Coordinate autopsy/pathology requests and transport as needed.
• Provide court testimony when required.
• Maintain case files and reports with proper chain of custody.

Skills

Legal compliance

Forensic expertise

Investigative skills

Report writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Ethical conduct

Education

Associate degree or higher in nursing/medical field

Job description

Douglas County, Wisconsin, seeks a Deputy Medical Examiner to conduct and report on the medical investigation of violent, accidental, unusual, or medically unattended deaths.

The role requires on-call availability 24/7 and involves responsibilities such as scene response, evidence collection, and coordination of autopsies, with opportunities for court testimony and detailed reporting.