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Deputy Medical Examiner, Medical Examiner's Office



Job Details

Deputy Medical Examiner, Medical Examiner's Office
Employer

Webb County (TX)

Salary

$250,000.00 - $300,000.00 Annually

Location

Henry Cuellar Roadway Laredo, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

02091

Department

Medical Examiners

Opening Date

05/13/2020

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the investigation or supervision of investigation for all types of deaths. Performs medico-legal investigations, autopsies, and examinations and orders analytical testing to determine accurate cause and manner of death including investigation within the jurisdiction of the Webb County Medical Examiner in accordance with Articles 49.0 and 49.25, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas Family Code and the Texas Health and Safety Codes, including those cases contracted with other counties outside of Webb.

Major Duties

  • Conducts post-mortem examinations to determine the cause and manner of death.
  • Orders appropriate analytical testing.
  • Collects specimens and evidentiary materials and requests testing.
  • Dictates findings upon completion of post-mortem examinations.
  • Prepares written opinion reports regarding case findings, including the interpretation, and findings.
  • Signs official death certificate.
  • Promptly reviews and signs Medical Examiner reports.
  • Responds to scenes when necessary or requested.
  • Assists in the recovery of decedents.
  • Provides family conferences in person and by telephone to family members of the deceased to increase the level of understanding of causes of death, manner of death, and physiologic and psychological mechanisms involved.
  • Responsible for assisting with the review of all medical investigator reports to ensure accuracy.
  • Provides expert forensic pathology witness testimony in Local and State court proceedings to include testimony in out-of-county autopsy cases.
  • Confers with attorneys, law enforcement, physicians, family members, and the general public, as required.
  • Performs any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited college of medicine.
  • Completion of approved ACGME residency in pathology.
  • Completion of approved ACGME fellowship in Forensic Pathology.
  • Certification by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic or Anatomic/Clinical Pathology and at least Board Eligibility in Forensic Pathology 
  • Possession of a current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas.

Supplemental Information

  • Medicolegal investigation of death techniques.
  • Modern forensic pathology methods and techniques.
  • Standard autopsy room protocols.
  • Rules and collection of evidence.
  • Federal, State, Local, and County applicable laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
  • Budgeting development, process and maintenance.
  • Policies, practices, procedures, and terminology of assigned function.
  • Principle and procedures of record keeping.
  • Business English, spelling and arithmetic.
  • Skill in: Using and caring of autopsy room equipment, photography equipment, and microscope.
  • Holding inquests, and documenting results of application of forensic pathology, toxicology, histology, and other medical-legal procedures.
  • Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Dealing effectively and professionally with distraught, upset, or potentially volatile family members or situations.
  • Interpret, follow, and enforce written rules, policies, procedures, codes, ordinances, and regulations. Work independently.
  • Deal with death-related environment daily and unpleasant odors associated with autopsies.

Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
https://www.webbcountytx.gov/RiskManagement/EmployeeBenefits/
 
The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Ancillary products
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Employee Clinic*
  • Vacation and sick leave
    • Accrual rates increase based on years of service
  • Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
  • Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**
*Available to ALL employees
**Available to Permanent Part-Time employees

01
What is your highest level of education?
02
Are you currently licensed to practice as a Medical Doctor in the State of Texas?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you certified in Anatomic or Anatomic/Clinic Pathology by the American Board of Pathology?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Are you Board Eligible or Certified in Forensic Pathology?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
Webb County (TX)
Address
1110 Washington Street
Suite 305
Laredo, Texas, 78040

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