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Company Name : Boulder County, CO
Location : Boulder County, CO
Position : Medical Investigator
Job Description : Description
Position Summary and Primary Responsibilities:
The first level of the Medical Investigator is the journey level classification in the Medical Investigator series. The Medical Investigator is responsible for death investigations, case management and day-to-day administrative duties of the Coroner’s Office. This position performs a variety of administrative, forensic and analytical duties in the field of death investigation.
Complexity/Responsibility:
Work is characterized by conducting investigations of death under the Coroner’s jurisdiction, case management and the day-to-day administrative duties of the Coroner’s Office. The Medical Investigator must pay strict attention to detail, be able to multi-task, and take initiative. Work involves a variety of sensitive and highly confidential material. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, adaptable, detail oriented, and able to work under heightened emotional situations and unpleasant conditions while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
Scope of Interpersonal Contacts:
The Medical Investigator is a representative of the Coroner’s Office and is involved in a myriad of interpersonal contacts. Such contacts require a high degree of interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, tact, discretion, etiquette, and good judgment.
Work hours will vary. This position is located at the Coroner’s Office in Boulder, CO. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).
As of December 1, 2021, Boulder County requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or request an approved accommodation within ten days of accepting an offer of employment. A person is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after completion of a two-dose mRNA series or one dose of Johnson and Johnson vaccine.
Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
Hiring Salary Range: $62,916.00 Annually
Classification Salary Range: $62,916.00 – $90,600.00 Annually
Examples of Duties
The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The Boulder County Coroner reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time.
Working under the direct supervision of the Medical Investigator Supervisor:
Composes, prepares, transcribes, and/or reviews a variety of written documents; independently or at the direction of the Coroner. Documents include, but are not limited to, scene reports, medical/psychological records, legal documents, police/EMS records, toxicology records, autopsy reports, etc.
Responds to death scenes and officially pronounces death. Takes custody of the deceased and transports the deceased to the Coroner’s Office.
Conducts thorough scene and death investigations into the manner and cause of death, including interviewing those involved.
Identifies and locates the decedent’s primary next-of-kin and conducts death notification to the decedent’s next-of-kin.
Maintains and inventories investigative equipment/supplies.
Releases deceased individuals to mortuary establishments.
Collects, secures, transports and documents the decedent’s medications, and property.
Coordinates with law enforcement agencies in the collection of evidence, maintenance of chain-of-custody, and processing of the death scene.
Prepares outgoing deliveries and accepts incoming deliveries, including supplies, toxicology, histology, property, evidence, and specimens.
Conducts or assists with the intake, maintenance, and disposition of biohazardous materials/waste, property, evidence, toxicology, histology, medication, bodies, and/or specimens.
Photographs death scenes and the deceased. Performs external examinations of the deceased. Performs and develops radiographs.
Acts as a liaison to the bereaved: answers questions, advises, makes referrals, provides support, etc.
Operates, cleans, and maintains scene, morgue, and autopsy equipment: body lift, fork lift, autopsy stations, surgical tools, bone saws, radiography equipment, Geiger counters, cameras, prams, carbon monoxide detectors, etc.
Operates a variety of office equipment: computers, typewriters, fax machines, scanners, printers, copiers, recorders, etc.
Obtains fingerprints, toxicology, specimen samples, and DNA samples.
Answers telephones, greets the public, and performs clerical tasks as needed.
Maintains and cleans office, garage areas and vehicles.
Assists with autopsies, setup and cleanup as needed.
Operates county response vehicles and equipment.
Transports bodies, materials, and specimens to outside agencies.
Represents office at meetings or on committees with other offices, departments or agencies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May be re-assigned in emergency situations.
Other Job-Related Duties:
Develop and maintain working relationships with various law enforcement agencies, other local, state and federal agencies and mortuaries.
Problem solves situations, which may develop, based on experience and policies of the Coroner’s Office.
Required Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE: When submitting your application be sure to include all relevant education and experience, as applications are screened based on the qualifications listed in this position announcement. Applications that do not appear to meet minimum qualifications, as outlined below, will not be considered. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed applications.
Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in a human science field*
An Associate’s Degree with a concentration in a human science field* AND at least 2 years of combined related experience (such as, death/scene investigation, autopsy/surgical assisting, law enforcement, nursing, emergency medical services, organ/tissue procurement).
A high school diploma or GED equivalent AND at least 4 years of combined related experience (such as, death/scene investigation, autopsy/surgical assisting, law enforcement, nursing, emergency medical services, organ/tissue procurement).Human science field such as Biology, Criminalistics, Forensic Science, Nursing, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Forensic Anthropology, Anatomy and Physiology or related field.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants must pass a criminal background check
DRUG SCREEN:
Applicants must pass a drug screen and subject to random drug testing
PHYSICAL TEST:
Applicants must pass a physical test
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PSYCHOLOGICAL SCREENING AND POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION:
Applicants must pass a pre-employment psychological screening and polygraph examination
DRIVER’S LICENSE and GOOD DRIVING RECORD:
Applicants must have a valid driver’s license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with or for a coroner or medical examiner’s office, or other related experience such as a mortuary, law enforcement, health care, etc.
Experience working with bereaved families in the loss of a loved one.
ABMDI certified death investigator or able to obtain certification within one year.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have reliable driving method of transportation
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to work days, nights, graveyard shifts, weekends, holidays and maintain on-call availability
Must have a less than 45-minute commute from your residence to the office, and reliable cell phone coverage from that location
Supplemental Information
The Investigator spends significant time in a field environment, with associated conditions, hazards and/or biohazards. The Investigator spends time in a morgue/laboratory/autopsy environment, with associated conditions, hazards and/or biohazards. Formalin fixative is commonly used in the laboratory, precluding individuals who have a known allergy to this chemical.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.Knowledge of medicolegal policy and procedures and Colorado Revised Statues pertaining to the Coroner.Knowledge of forensic investigation and interviewing techniques and practices, chain of custody, death certificate processes, and probable causes of death under a wide variety of circumstances.Skill in providing comfort and assistance to those grieving a loss.Skill in professionally and effectively engaging in difficult conversations and conflict resolution communicating in a clear and concise way when in stressful situations, when conversing with personnel, bereaved family members and stakeholders.Skill in basic document preparation, formal report writing, and business letter writing.Skill in written and verbal communication requiring information to be expressed in an understanding and empathetic way when working with bereaved family members and the public.Ability to maintain professional composure and communicate and work effectively with County staff, bereaved families, law enforcement officials, pathologists, physicians, lawyers, emergency room personnel, and the general public.Ability to function successfully in high stress situations and implement effective courses of action and draw appropriate conclusions.Ability to use modern office equipment including computer equipment, and operate computer programs such as Microsoft Office 365, to include Microsoft Word, Access Database, Excel, Power Point and other software applications.
Physical Requirements:
Physical work varies from sedentary to requiring ability to lift over 100 pounds; occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing; frequent hand/eye coordination to operate computer keyboard and office equipment; vision for reading, recording and interpreting information; speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and members of the public.
The following are some of the physical activities commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
Frequently sits.Frequently stoops, kneels, balances, climbs, and crouches to perform job tasks.Frequently required to lift, push, or pull burdens of over 100 pounds, including bodies.Frequently stands and walks in order to complete duties requiring mobility.Constantly involved in auditory and oral interactions; interpersonally and through communication devices such as telephones.Constantly utilizes full scope of visual capacity to perform job tasks.Constantly utilizes eye, hand, and finger coordination to perform job tasks.
From “Dictionary of Occupational Titles”, U.S. Dept. of Labor:
OCCASIONALLY: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
FREQUENTLY: Activity exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
CONSTANTLY: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:
a family-friendly workplace, including paid caregiver leave, a breast feeding friendly-work environment, sick child care, an infants-at-work policy, and generous paid vacation, medical leave, and holidays the opportunity to take charge of your well-being through a nationally-recognized wellness program, employee assistance program, and the choice of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage peace of mind for the future with PERA pension, PERA 401k, and Social Security retirement plans, in addition to life and disability insurance, as well as critical illness and accidental insurance options the opportunity to master new skills with robust learning programs and certificates, federal loan forgiveness (after ten years of public service), and county-paid tuition assistance for continuing education free and discounted ways to get around town with an RTD Eco Pass and B-Cycle membershipFor more information about benefits, visit the Jobs page: https://www.bouldercounty.org/jobs/
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