Medical Examiner Investigator

Fulton County•Medical Examiner, GA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to perform specialized work in investigating deaths that occur in Fulton County, including collecting and processing evidence and locating and notifying next of kin. This is an unclassified position vacancy within the Medical Examiner's Department.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Biology, Forensic Science, Criminal Justice or related field
Two years of experience in emergency medical services, forensics or law enforcement
Valid Georgia driver’s license
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position

Nice To Haves

Registry certification from the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) within two years of employment

Responsibilities

Receives and reviews notification of death from law enforcement agencies, hospitals or other sources: takes information regarding incident location and other details; determines jurisdiction of death; maintains related documentation.
Investigates deaths as assigned: conducts investigations of deaths that result from criminal, suspicious, or undetermined causes; coordinates investigation activities with other law enforcement agencies; manages assigned caseload of investigations.
Secures death scenes: examines body and scene for clues and evidence to determine cause of death; takes photographs; collects, evaluates, and preserves evidence, including biological samples; maintains control and chain-of-custody over physical evidence gathered; ensures proper handling, packing, and transport of evidence; coordinates transportation of body to morgue or funeral home.
Conducts interviews with witnesses, law enforcement, medical personnel, and family members: gathers information regarding personal histories, including medical and social histories; takes statements; and verifies truth/accuracy of statements.
Documents all investigative information: prepares detailed case reports and records; generates investigative summaries; subpoenas police reports and medical records as needed.
Locates and notifies next of kin: conducts research utilizing law enforcement records, hospital records, fingerprints, Social Security records, Internet, etc.; advises family of death; assists with funeral services, County burial, obtaining death certificates, or other details as needed.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives and reviews various documentation, including incident and traffic reports, medical records and police reports; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including investigative reports, medication list, property list, and subpoenas; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Operates or uses various equipment and supplies in order to complete work assignments: operates and maintains a motor vehicle; operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Communicates with supervisor, other employees, law enforcement, medical personnel, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Participates in court proceedings and testifies in court as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.