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Green County

Deputy Coroner- On Call

Monroe, WI

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Green County, WI

Deputy Coroner- On Call

Monroe, WI · On-site

$35/hr

This position is an on-call position that does not have a guaranteed set number of hours and is ... Diploma 2. Basic medical background 3. Valid driver's license. 4. Good oral and written ...

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MEI - Medical Examiner/Investigator

MEI - Medical Examiner/Investigator

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Respond to scenes of reported deaths and perform investigations to determine medically relevant circumstances.

  • Prepare written reports documenting investigative findings in a computerized web-based records management system.

  • Communicate effectively with emergency personnel, law enforcement, funeral directors, and decedents' loved ones to obtain information and provide notifications.

Western Michigan University rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

422nd of 541 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is seeking qualified (on-call) Medical Examiner Investigators for the Medical Examiner's Office. These individuals will investigate the medically relevant circumstances surrounding deaths reported to the Office of the Medical Examiner and prepare written reports documenting the investigative findings. We have position openings in the counties of Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Kalamazoo, Mason, Muskegon, St. Joseph, Van Buren.
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FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
  • Wellness reimbursement.
  • Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
  • Employer-funded retirement plan.
  • Two medical plan options: PPO and High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with employer HSA contribution.
  • Flexible work solutions based on position and department.
  • Up to four weeks of PTO accrual beginning in year one.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid volunteer time.
  • Paid preferred holiday.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Respond to scenes of reported deaths and perform a skilled investigation.
  • Determine whether a death is within the Medical Examiner's jurisdiction and requires an investigation, based on Michigan Law and Western Michigan University School of Medicine Forensic Pathology policies and procedures.
  • Maintain availability by pager or telephone during on-call hours.
  • Prepare human remains for transport.
  • Communicate effectively with emergency personnel and law enforcement investigators in order to obtain accurate and comprehensive information regarding the circumstances surrounding a death.
  • Communicate effectively and compassionately with the decedent's loved ones and other witnesses.
  • Obtain medical history from physicians, medical records, emergency personnel, relatives, witnesses, police and other involved persons.
  • Communicate effectively with Funeral Directors and funeral home personnel.
  • Speak and write in a professional manner; maintain a professional appearance.
  • Submit clear, accurate and objective reports, in a computerized web-based records management system, in a prescribed format in a timely manner for all death investigations.
  • Insure that the next-of-kin is notified of the death.
  • Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and skills by attending continuing education seminars, training programs and appropriate courses.
  • Comply with policies and procedures established by the Medical Examiner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Examiner and/or Chief Medical Examiner Investigator.
  • At times may be responsible for cleaning up bodily fluids from cadavers outside of department.
  • Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
  • Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Must reside in one of the counties we serve.

Requirements
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • An associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college, university or accredited technical school.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Law enforcement experience of at least three years, or Medical background, or Experience as a first-responder (e.g. Firefighter, EMT).

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Achieve ABMDI Registry Certification (basic) within one year of hire, if applicant has previous experience as an investigator and meets minimum requirements to apply for ABMDI Registry Certification (basic), at the time of hire

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Preferably at least 24 years of age.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Operator's License.
  • No prior felony convictions.
  • Ability to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of modern medical examiner principles, procedures, techniques and equipment.
  • Ability to maintain good physical condition in order to safely perform job duties.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
  • Ability to follow and give verbal and written instructions.
  • Must be able to respond to a scene within the assigned county within 60 minutes of report.
  • Must be available to commit to at least 8-10 on-call shifts per month.
  • Internet access.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.
  • Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.

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