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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Medicolegal Death Investigator PTNB

Lincoln County, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$28.84/hr - $38.76/hr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a part-time Medicolegal Death Investigator for Lincoln County. The role involves conducting objective death investigations to determine the cause and manner of death, working closely with various medical and law enforcement professionals.

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Responsibilities

Conduct and complete investigations of all manner of deaths that fall under Oregon Revised Statures (ORS) 146.090

Receive and respond to phone calls from law enforcement, hospitals, and care facilities about deaths occurring under those jurisdictions

Obtain history of terminal events and medical/social history; interview relatives of the decedent, law enforcement personal. medical care provider; providing necessary technical expertise in the investigation; acquire/review medical records

Respond to death scenes to document the scene, take photographs of the deceased, the scene of the death and/or injury location, and any evidence that is believed to be involved with the death (e.g., weapons, instruments, vehicles, or premises). Assist with preserving any evidence that may be related to the cause and manner of death

Conduct forensic examinations of the body, confirm identification of decedents

Obtain blood and other body fluids as needed to aid in determining the cause and manner of death

Mail out toxicological specimens to the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office for toxicology testing

Transport decedents to the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office for exam when required

Take custody of the body, and personal effects of the decedent as deemed necessary and work with law enforcement and funeral homes to take custody of the body

Complete and maintain state mandated investigation reports in the reporting system (MDI Log) including recording demographical death certificate information

Handles occasional special projects assigned by the Chief Medical Legal Death Investigator

Participates in continuous education related to death investigations

Prepare and provide expert witness documentation for use in court trials and hearings, may be required to testify in criminal and civil proceedings related to the cause and manner of death

Provide consultation, examination and, if needed, testimony in criminal cases

May represent the Chief Medicolegal Death Investigator and/or act on their behalf in their absence

Follows all safety rules and procedures established for work areas

Performs related duties as required

Qualification

Medicolegal Death InvestigationOregon Certified Medicolegal Death InvestigatorHuman AnatomyMedical TerminologyAnalytical SkillsBilingual CompetenciesTechnical WritingCritical ThinkingPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Computer ProficiencyAttention to DetailEffective Communication

Required

Associates Degree in biology, science, nursing, or criminal justice field

One year plus prior experience as a medicolegal death investigator, registered nurse, law enforcement, paramedic, investigatory methods and procedures or a satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position

Oregon Certified Medicolegal Death Investigator Training (OCMDI) certification (must be completed within one year of hire)

Oregon Driver's License required (must obtain within 30 days of hire) and an acceptable driving history

Knowledge of human anatomy

Knowledge of medical terminology

Advanced course work in biology, physiology, or chemistry

Strong writing skills with an understanding of complex and detailed medical and legal terminology

Ability to draw biological specimens as needed to aid in determining the cause and manner of death

Ability to wear/utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for long periods of time when necessary

Ability to accurately describe remains orally and in a written report

Ability to examine decedents who may be mutilated, decomposed, and partial remains

Ability to effectively communicate with the county medical examiner and the state medical examiner pathologists regarding case details and relay concerns of the family, law enforcement or the medical community ensuring adequate follow-up with any of those parties

Ability to effectively and empathetically communicate information regarding policies, science, medicine, and state statutes while in emotionally charged situations with a variety of public and professional individuals

Ability to effectively communicate through grand jury, inquest and/or courtroom testimony

Ability to represent the Chief Medicolegal Death Investigator and/or act on their behalf in their absence when called upon

Ability to convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside the County, using language and a format the audience will best understand

Ability to utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms

Ability to effectively relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the County

Ability to take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work

Ability to show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures

Ability to meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules