Medicolegal Death Investigator - Winona County

Responsibilities

Conducts death investigations on an on-call basis for specified geographic area under the jurisdiction of the county Medical Examiner (ME). Responds quickly to potentially traumatic and/or disturbing death scenes and conducts examination of decedent, confirming death, and securing decedent and property on their person. Coordinates field data collection, preserves evidence at scene, photographs scene, acquires and compiles pertinent medical history, performs data entry, and generates reports. Writes complete, accurate and comprehensive statement of investigations. Provides timely communication of pertinent case information to Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner's Office (SMRMEO) staff, Office of Decedent Affairs, law enforcement and decedent next of kin, as appropriate. Facilitates transportation of remains to designated ME facility. Performs additional tasks as requested by supervisor.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**

Qualifications


Requires an Associate's Degree or completion of the Mayo Clinic Medical Examiner's Office internship, or a High School diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years of work experience applicable to the duties listed above (i.e. emergency response, law enforcement or medical profession) is also acceptable. Experience with computers (i.e. Microsoft Office, web-based systems) is necessary. Prefer Bachelor's degree in related field. Previous employment as investigator with Medical Examiner or Coroner office. Previous experience with transport of decedents.
Additional Skills and Qualifications:
Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy. Able to adapt to high stress and traumatic situations. Able to work independently with strong communication (oral and written), problem solving, and organizational abilities.
License or Certification:
Must achieve certification with the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigations (ABMDI) within one year of accrual of required hours. American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators Certification with appropriate certification maintenance. Must have a valid driver's license, with current vehicle insurance.


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