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Whatcom County

Medical Examiner

Bellingham, WA · Hybrid

$29K/mo

The Medical Examiner will lead a team of Investigators, Autopsy Technicians, an Operations Manager, and temporary extra-help staff. They will effectively collaborate with law enforcement, legal, and ...

Whatcom County Human Resources

Medical Examiner

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$29K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Medical Examiner will lead a team of Investigators, Autopsy Technicians, an Operations Manager, and temporary extra-help staff. They will effectively collaborate with law enforcement, legal, and ...

Flagstar Nursing

Travel Pathologists' Assistant

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$71/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

In this vital role, you will perform gross dissection and dictation of surgical and autopsy ... We offer flexible career opportunities, including per diem, contract, travel, temporary-to ...

Whatcom County Human Resources

Medical Examiner

Bellingham, WA

$29K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Medical Examiner will lead a team of Investigators, Autopsy Technicians, an Operations Manager, and temporary extra-help staff. They will effectively collaborate with law enforcement, legal, and ...

Whatcom County, WA

Medical Examiner

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$29K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Medical Examiner will lead a team of Investigators, Autopsy Technicians, an Operations Manager, and temporary extra-help staff. They will effectively collaborate with law enforcement, legal, and ...

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How much do temporary autopsy jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary autopsy in the United States is $18.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you get a job doing autopsies?

To work as an autopsy technician or pathologist performing autopsies, you typically need a medical degree such as a medical doctor (MD) or a pathology residency certification. Relevant skills include knowledge of anatomy, forensic science, and laboratory procedures, and certification or licensing may be required depending on the jurisdiction. Entry often involves completing a pathology residency and gaining experience in a medical examiner's office or forensic laboratory.

How long does it take to become a temporary autopsy?

Becoming a temporary autopsy technician typically requires completing a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training or certification in forensic pathology or mortuary science. The process can take several months to a year, depending on the training program and state requirements, and often involves gaining experience in a medical or mortuary environment.

What is the difference between Temporary Autopsy vs Forensic Autopsy?

AspectTemporary AutopsyForensic Autopsy
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology licenseMedical degree, pathology license, forensic certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, medical examiner officesMedical examiner or crime lab settings
Employer & IndustryHospitals, medical institutionsLegal, law enforcement, forensic labs
PurposeTemporary or preliminary examinationLegal investigations, cause of death

Temporary Autopsies are conducted for initial or urgent examinations, often in hospital settings, while Forensic Autopsies are detailed investigations for legal purposes, typically performed by specialized forensic pathologists. Both roles require medical credentials, but Forensic Autopsies involve additional forensic training and focus on legal evidence.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Autopsy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,238 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

Medical Examiner

Whatcom County

Bellingham, WA • Hybrid

$29K/mo

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Summary Whatcom County seeks an experienced and proven leader to serve as Medical Examiner, providing forensic pathology services, determining causes of death, and providing expert testimony in legal cases. Currently, the office performs an average of 20 autopsies per month. The Medical Examiner will lead a team of Investigators, Autopsy Technicians, an Operations Manager, and temporary extra-help staff.

They will effectively collaborate with law enforcement, legal, and public health agencies to meet the work, mission, goals and vision of the County. The Whatcom County Medical Examiner's Office investigates deaths to determine jurisdiction and establish cause and manner of death for persons dying of unnatural circumstances in Whatcom County. The Medical Examiner's Office team is composed of skilled, multi-disciplinary staff with a Medical Examiner, Operations Manager, Autopsy technician, three Medicolegal Death Investigators, and additional part-time staff.

Medical Examiner services are provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week and include death scene investigation, removal, locating and notifying next of kin, performing autopsies, interpreting toxicology results, identification of decedents, consulting with partners to determine opinions for archeologically significant remains and assisting the Washington State Archeologist to coordinate repatriation and reinternment, determination of nonhuman remains, necropsies, and providing consultative services to law enforcement agencies and to the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The Office is responsible for signing death certificates for jurisdictional deaths, reviewing disposition authorizations, maintaining appropriate records, evidence collection, chain of custody, and safeguarding the personal property found with decedents. The Office also maintains responsibility for the disposition of the remains of unclaimed indigent persons who have died in Whatcom County.

If you are interested in working in our beautiful corner of the country, we'd love to hear from you. This position is open until filled. For additional job details please see: Whatcom County Medical Examiner Recruitment Brochure Salary: $29,104 per month Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree and be eligible for or currently hold WA State license.

Current WA state licensure preferred. 3 years of forensic pathology and supervisory/management experience Certification as a forensic pathologist by the American Board of Pathology THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate should possess a dynamic blend of effective leadership skills and a record of providing medically and scientifically accurate, well-organized documentation and testimony. Effective communication and the ability to establish relationships with and across a broad network of stakeholders and partners while navigating a political landscape.

A creative problem solver, ability to advocate for and implement improvements in a resource-constrained environment. Must have an overarching dedication and commitment to public service and desire to improve the quality of life for Whatcom County residents. Supplemental Information Please upload cover letter and resume with your application.

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