Chief Medical Examiner

Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position: Leading and directing a complex, fast-paced Medical Examiner’s Office while consistently demonstrating the highest of ethical and professional standards. Conducting, supervising, and/or directing medico-legal investigations and examinations, including autopsies and examinations Preparing written reports regarding case findings, including the interpretation and findings Issuing official death certificates and final report rulings as to the cause and manner of death Acting as an expert consultant in forensic medicine in civil and/or criminal matters related to work done as a Utah OME employee Providing expert testimony in court, depositions, pre-trial reviews and other proceedings related to work done as a Utah OME employee Developing, directing, and/or evaluating programs as related to work at Utah OME Acting as an expert consultant in forensic medicine Conducting lectures and other education to law enforcement, medical, legal and other professional groups as necessary Supervising pathologist, epidemiology, and investigative personnel including: hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions as necessary. Provide clinical oversight and training for the University of Utah forensic pathology fellowship program. Serve as a high-level liaison for the Department of Health and Human Services, managing complex public interests and inter-agency relations with professional discretion. Maintain expertise in state statutes and codes to effectively present and discuss agency matters with the state legislature.