Claims Examiner jobs in Everett, WA

BASIC FUNCTION

To conduct and perform highly responsible forensic death investigations work for Snohomish County under the supervision of the Chief Medical Examiner.
 

1. Conducts forensic postmortem examinations to provide medical evidence as to cause and manner of death. 
2. Certify the cause and manner of death; prepare detailed postmortem reports from findings and conclusions. 
3. Examine and interpret medical records/reports, laboratory results, photographs, microscopic slides, investigative reports, evidence, and other information. 
4. Conduct death scene visits and investigations. 
5. Consult with law enforcement and other agencies, next-of-kin, attorneys, and others concerning the results of death investigations. 
6. Provide expert witness testimony in court and legal proceedings as to cause and manner of death and related circumstances. 
7. Teach and train medical students, pathology residents, forensic pathology fellow. Assist with training and instructing staff. 
8. Provide supervision over pathology and investigative staff in the performance of autopsies and investigation of deaths, as assigned.  

1. May perform duties of Chief Medical Examiner in their absence. 
2. May travel to and provide testimony for other counties in Washington State.
3. Performs related duties as required or requested. 

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, or international equivalent recognized by the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME).
• Completion of residency in an approved program in anatomic pathology and forensic pathology.
• Unlimited Washington State license to practice medicine or eligibility to obtain license by first day of hire.
• Board certification or eligibility for certification in anatomic pathology and forensic pathology by the American Board of Pathology (or international equivalent recognized by NAME); must obtain Forensic Pathology Certification within two years of hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, techniques, and advances in the area of forensic pathology and medicolegal death certification which includes court testimony.
• Must pass job related tests if applicable. 

• Familiarity with Washington State statutes.
• Board certification in anatomic pathology, forensic pathology, and clinical pathology by the American Board of Pathology (or international equivalent recognized by NAME).
• Membership in the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and the National Association of Medical Examiners.

• Fingerprinting, background investigation, credit check, criminal history check and pre-employment medical, drug screening, and psychological examinations 
• A valid Washington State Driver's license or the ability to obtain a license within 21 days of employment.
• A Washington State Medical license upon hire. 
• Successfully pass all board certifications in anatomic and forensic pathology by the American Board of Pathology (or international equivalent recognized by NAME) within two years of hire date and must maintain certifications throughout the course of employment
• Required to work as a team member and must be able to independently utilize strong decision making and critical thinking skills that are within the scope of this position.
• Must sign a confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.

• the principles and practices of forensic pathology
• forensic medicine including both medical and legal aspects surrounding sudden and questionable death cases
• the operation of a pathological laboratory and the performance of autopsies
• preservation of the chain of custody 

• maintain high personal standards for ethical behavior and personal integrity
• use scientific methods and practices to solve problems
• perform autopsies exercising personal and staff safety
• work independently
• communicate in a compassionate and caring manner with bereaved family members
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with public and private officials, associates, subordinates, the news media, and the general public
• maintain accurate and timely written records and prepare required reports