LTE Deputy Medical Examiner

Juneau County•Wi 53948, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position conducts medicolegal investigations of deaths as outlined in Wisconsin State Statutes. The role involves responding to death calls, observing death scenes, questioning witnesses, and examining evidence to ascertain circumstances surrounding the incident. The Deputy Medical Examiner conducts thorough and independent death scene investigations to determine the cause and manner of deaths falling within jurisdiction under State statutes. This includes making an initial assessment of the cause and manner of death as natural, suicide, homicide, accidental, or undetermined. The position also involves collecting and preserving physical evidence, performing death notifications, answering families' questions, and transporting bodies. Medical and social history data collection is performed, and the necessity of autopsies and other testing is determined. The role may involve performing or ordering physical examinations or tests incidental to criminal matters when requested by the Court or District Attorney. Case investigations and property recovered are documented, and personal data and medical history are obtained through interviews and document examination. The position is responsible for completing various legal documents, maintaining complete case files, and utilizing case management software. Compassionate and professional interaction with families is expected, including death notifications and the release of information. Testimony may be required in court regarding investigative methods and findings. The position also includes maintaining medical supplies inventory and providing on-call death investigation coverage.

Requirements

Two (2) year accredited post-high school education in EMT-Advanced, nursing, medical technology, chemistry, biology, pre-med, or a closely related field.
Certified Nursing Assistant or Personal Care Worker with verifiable work experience will also be considered.
Must have a Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
Knowledge in performing thorough death investigations and ability to complete effectively.
Ability to analyze and interpret medical and legal documents.
Ability to assess the scene of death and effectively investigate the situation.
Ability to draft legal correspondence and create reports.
Knowledge of local government operations and administration.
Knowledge of the County and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, State, and Federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position.
Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
Skill in time management; prioritizing duties to accomplish a high volume of quality work product requiring minimal supervision.
Ability to define problems, exercise sound judgment, and address a variety of situations successfully.
Knowledge and ability to follow the policies and practices contained in the County Personnel Handbook.
Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours if needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigation certification to the Diplomat level at minimum within two (2) years of hire or working to obtain.
Successful completion of an approved 40-hour course in death investigation.

Responsibilities

Responds to death calls, observes the death scene, questions witnesses, and examines evidence to ascertain circumstances surrounding the incident.
Conducts thorough and independent death scene investigations to determine cause and manner of deaths falling within jurisdiction under State statutes.
Examines evidence at the scene to establish an initial assessment of the cause and manner of death as natural, suicide, homicide, accidental or undetermined.
Takes photographs, collects toxicology samples, and other forensic evidence from the body.
Assists in identification of the decedent.
Collects and preserves physical evidence in accordance with the established chain of custody procedures and in cooperation with law enforcement.
Performs death notifications.
Answers families’ questions regarding the decedent.
Removes and transports the body from the scene to the appropriate facility.
Conducts medical and social history data collection on cases from hospital personnel, health care personnel, families, friends, neighbors, and other sources.
Determines the necessity of an autopsy, toxicology and/or other testing.
Performs or orders physical examinations or tests incidental to any matter of a criminal nature when requested by the Court or District Attorney.
Documents case investigations and all property recovered and released to next of kin in cooperation with law enforcement.
Obtains personal data and medical history by examining documents and interviewing relatives, friends, and acquaintances.
Completes cremation releases, disinterment permits, medical record requests, subpoenas, and other legally binding documents.
Maintains complete case files on all cases reported to the Medical Examiner’s Office.
Completes forms, utilizes appropriate case management software, and prepares reports and other documents and materials relevant to an investigation.
Compassionately deals with the family and loved ones of the deceased in a professional manner, which may include death notification and appropriate release of all information regarding the cause and manner of death.
Upon request from the District Attorney, gives accurate and complete testimony as to the method of investigation used in a case and the findings of that investigative process.
Maintains medical supplies inventory.
Provides on-call death investigation coverage, which is 24/7 unless proper replacement is reported.
Interprets and applies Federal, State, municipal, and Department rules, regulations, and policies.
Attends work regularly and is punctual.
Behaves professionally and presents an appropriate standard of grooming, hygiene, and dress that aligns with health and safety standards.
Conducts self in such a way as to reflect positively on the County.
Fosters positive working relationships and accepts new responsibilities.
Learns and understands the safe practices for the job being performed and complies with the safe work practices and personal protective requirements for the job.