0000005410.MEDICOLEGAL DEATH INVESTIGATOR.MEDICAL EXAMINER

Job description

Assists the deputy chief with the investigation of sudden and unexpected deaths. Develops and evaluates information obtain from observations, interviews and reviews of various records. Provides written and oral reports regarding investigation findings 1. Attends death scenes and works cooperatively with law enforcement personnel to ensure collection and preservation of evidence related to the death investigation; interviews family of decedent, witnesses, law enforcement personnel, physicians, and other persons to assist with the determination of cause and manner of death; collects, documents, secures, tracks and disposes of decedent’s personal property; photographs death scenes and bodies; assists in establishing identity of decedent and ensures timely notification of next-of-kin; facilitates disposition of body; and prepares and submits detailed, written fact reports to the Medical Examiner. 2. Receives notification of deaths; makes initial determination regarding scope of investigation including jurisdiction, scene attendance and acceptance of body for physical examination. 3. Provides information and assistance to family members of decedents; assists in providing information and...