Deputy Coroner
Bayfield County•Washburn, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
This position directly supports the Coroner and chief deputy Coroner by being a primary death investigator for the office, provide cremation authorizations, and performing other duties as assigned by the Coroner and chief deputy Coroner. This is a per call position. At this time there are no on-call requirements and Deputy Coroner is called on as-needed basis. Hired person(s) will be sent to training for Death investigations.
Requirements
- Five years minimum experience in a medical related field (i.e. Nursing, Paramedic, or Physician’s Assistant).
- Possession of a valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
- A driving record that meets county standards.
Nice To Haves
- Other combinations of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Triage and screen death notifications from hospitals, hospice agencies, nursing homes and other facilities to determine if the death meets jurisdiction requirements.
- Respond to death scenes and investigate both natural and non-natural deaths.
- Photograph the scene and decedent.
- Conduct a body examination.
- Interview witnesses/family.
- Review medical records.
- Collaborate with law enforcement, funeral directors, and medical providers.
- Determine cause and manner of death.
- Complete a comprehensive case report of all scene and investigative findings.
- Provide cremation authorizations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
