Deputy Medical Examiner - Office Of The Medical Examiner

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• Performs external examinations and autopsies and prepares reports on findings
• Analyzes and interprets data obtained from firearm and toxicology investigations to determine cause and manner of death
• Testifies in local, State and Federal court proceedings as an expert medical witness
• Signs official documents such as death certificates
• Photographs wounds and other physical evidence
• Determines need for odontology and anthropology consultations
• Provides medical information to law enforcement agencies, attorneys, judges, other medical professionals, relatives of deceased, news media, District Attorney's Office and the general public
• Performs related duties as required.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctor of Medicine Degree or Doctor of Osteopathy degree.
• 1 year experience in Forensic Pathology which may be an ACGME certified fellowship in Forensic Pathology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of forensic external examinations, autopsies and medical/dental examination and identification procedures.
• Knowledge of trauma origin and natural diseases. Ability to eviscerate and examine organ samples.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to communicate effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals.
• Ability to operate autopsy equipment, microscope, camera, Dictaphone, personal computer and basic office equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Department Heads, outside organizations, the news media and the general public.
• Must have a valid Texas Medical License or obtain one prior to start date.
• Must be trained in anatomic and forensic pathology in ACGME accredited training programs.
• Must be board eligible or board certified in anatomic and forensic pathology by the American Board of Pathology.
• Must obtain board certification in anatomic pathology within 2 years of start date and certification in forensic pathology within two years of certification in anatomic pathology.
• Required to share call with 4 other staff pathologists. Required to be available 24-hours a day when on call.

STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

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Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.