Deputy Medical Examiner Part-Time On-Call

The Deputy Medical Examiner conducts and reports on the medical investigation of all known or suspected violent, accidental, unusual, or medically unattended deaths. The Deputy Medical Examiner performs duties as outlined in Wisconsin State Statutes 979, 30.67 (6), 48.981(2), 59.34, and the Wisconsin Administrative Code as may be amended or required by law.

When on-call, must be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week unless a qualified replacement is available. 

Fieldwork wages are based on actual hours worked. The current pay schedule is:

• Weekend On-Call pay $25
• Death Investigations $100
• Jurisdiction Report $100
• Permission to Cremate $50
• Body Removal $75
• Transport to Autopsy $150

This posting will remain open until adequate applicants are received. 

• Responds to death calls and documents the death scene. Examines deceased and the circumstances of death. 
• Conducts thorough and independent death scene investigations. Takes photographs, collects toxicology samples, and other forensic evidence from the body as needed. Collects and preserves physical evidence in accordance with the chain of custody procedures. 
• Performs physical examinations and tests incidental to any manner of a criminal nature when request by the Courts or District Attorney. 
• Assists with removals and transports body from scene to appropriate facility as necessary.
• Arranges for performance of pathological or mediological examinations or other tests, including autopsies, as individual situations warrant, and may accompany body to observe autopsies. 
• Assists in identification of the decedent. Notifies next of kin personally or in conjunction with law enforcement or judicial agencies. 
• Prepares and provides cremation authorizations, permission to embalm, disinterment permits and death certificates as required. Prepares and submits reports, documentation and correspondence. 
• Provide court testimony as needed. 
• Maintains complete files on all case reports to the Medical Examiner’s Office. 
• Maintain current knowledge of appropriate methods and procedures related to the duties of the Deputy Medical Examiner.
• Attends and submits oral/written reports to the Public Safety Committee. 
• Performs other duties as required. 

A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required. An Associate’s Degree in nursing, medical technology, chemistry, biology, medicine, pre-med, paramedic, EMT, forensic science, criminal justice or closely related field is preferred, with two years medical investigative experience, or a combination education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge skills and abilities.  When on-call, must be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, unless a qualified replacement is available.Knowledge Preferred:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the statutes governing the position of Deputy Medical Examiner.
• Knowledge of principals, practices and procedures of pathological medicine.
• Knowledge of death scene investigative methods and techniques. 
• Knowledge of HIPPA policies and procedures.

Abilities Required:

• Ability to assess scene of death and effectively investigate the surrounding circumstances.
• Ability to gather facts, clues, and draw logical conclusions from the data.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports and records in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully and to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County staff, general public, and local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. 
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in both written and oral forms. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding files, reports, and conversations.  

Working conditions:
Significant interaction with funeral directors, area hospital, nursing homes, law enforcement, pathologists, families of deceased and the general public. Ability to work under unsafe and uncomfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors such as temperatures and noise extremes, traffic hazards, toxic agents/chemicals or disease can cause discomfort and risk of injury.

Physical requirements:
Ability to perform non-sedentary and sedentary work.  Non-sedentary work includes walking variable distances on variable surfaces and climbing stairs; standing and sitting variable times; twisting and squatting; carry up to 50 pounds and on occasion safely lift 50-100 pounds.  Must be available for after hours and weekend work.  Must have visual and auditory acuity to accurately and safely perform job functions.  Must maintain a valid driver's license.
 
Testing Requirements: 
Structured interview, references and/or background investigation.

Salary : $25 - $100