Forensic Pathologist-West TN Regional Forensic Center

Forensic Pathologist-West TN Regional Forensic Center - 23000001KI 

Description

 

Market Range: 23

Hiring Salary: $265,000.00 - $290,000.00 annually

 

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   The Forensic Pathologist performs functions of a medicolegal pathologist, performing postmortem examinations and associated work duties.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : 

•         Performs primary functions of a forensic pathologist in accordance with industry standards to determine the manner and cause of death in medical examiner cases.

•         Maintains all required licenses and accreditations consistent with industry standards.

•         Maintains individual continuing medical education and assures compliance with licensing and certification requirements.

•         Assists in the training of new forensic pathologists, residents, and assists with the educational programs with participating agencies.

•         Reports to scenes of investigation when requested and leads investigators in the management of the investigation.

•         Works closely with consultants when needed for forensic pathology services such as odontology, toxicology, histology, etc.

•         Provides expert testimony in criminal and civil court as requested.

•         Provides reports and data in a comprehensive format.

•         Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

 

REQUIREMENTS:  

EDUCATION: MD or DO degree; Completion of a residency in anatomic and clinical pathology (preferred) or anatomic pathology and a fellowship in forensic pathology. Board certification in forensic pathology must be completed within 2 years of hire. Must become licensed in the state of Tennessee prior to starting work.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

·         Knowledge of the rules and regulations affecting the operation of the medical examiner’s office.

•         Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.

•         Knowledge of professional standards in forensic pathology.

•         Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee development sufficient to ensure organizational productivity.

•         Skills in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision making to achieve organizational goals.

•         Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees.

 

Job
  Other Professional 
Primary Location
  US-Tennessee-Memphis 
Organization
  Forensic Center 
Campus/Institute - Memphis 
Schedule
 - Full-time 
Job Posting
  Jul 27, 2023, 3:15:56 PM