Medical Investigator I
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the Team
The Sedgwick County Regional Forensic Science Center (FSC) is dedicated to providing comprehensive medicolegal death investigations. As a vital component of the county's public safety infrastructure, the team ensures thorough, independent, and legally sound inquiries into all reported deaths, serving as a primary resource for law enforcement, the legal community, and grieving families.
About the Role
This professional position serves as the primary point of contact for decedents' next of kin and a key liaison for law enforcement throughout the investigation process. You will respond to all reports of death, determine jurisdiction, and conduct independent investigations into the circumstances surrounding a death. The role requires assessing deceased bodies and disturbing scenes, which may involve hazardous environments, biological contamination, or extreme weather conditions.
Your day will involve gathering pertinent information from witnesses and relatives, collecting evidence such as medications and drug paraphernalia, and documenting scenes through photography. You will be responsible for generating thorough Reports of Death and compiling clear, concise case files that detail medical history and circumstances surrounding the death. Additionally, you will assist with the final disposition of unclaimed bodies and provide training or presentations to students, interns, and public interest groups.
Hiring Process
Applicants are encouraged to review the detailed benefits information on the Sedgwick County benefits page. For more information regarding rights under Federal Employment Laws, please visit the official Sedgwick County resources. Applications should be submitted through the official Sedgwick County job portal.
Equal Opportunity
Sedgwick County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
On-site
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleRespond to all death reports and determine jurisdiction under state law
- check_circleQuestion witnesses, relatives, and others to obtain pertinent information regarding the decedent
- check_circleGenerate thorough Reports of Death and compile clear case documentation
- check_circleProvide training and presentations to students, interns, and public interest groups
- check_circleAssess deceased bodies and death scenes involving hazardous or contaminated environments
- check_circleConduct independent investigations into circumstances of death at various scenes
- check_circleServe as primary point of contact for decedents' next of kin regarding case status
- check_circleCollect and document evidence including medications, paraphernalia, and scene photographs
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in medical/biological/scientific/applied health science field
- verifiedAssociate's degree with registry certification and two years of applicable experience
- verifiedOne year of experience in death/crime scene investigation, emergency response, biomedical or clinical services, or applicable applied science or trade
- verifiedValid US driver's license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance
- verifiedAmerican Board of Medicolegal Death Investigation (ABMDI) Certification for Medical Investigator II
Nice to Have
Five years of experience as a Medical Investigator working in a Medical Examiner's Office. Master's degree in a medical/biological/scientific/applied health science field. Board of Medicolegal Death Investigation (ABMDI) Board Certification.
Benefits & Perks
check_circlePaid leave for full-time employeescheck_circleRegular compensation reviewscheck_circleRetirement plans
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Paramedic, Registered Nurse, Death Investigation, Crime Scene Investigation, Emergency Response, Biomedical, Clinical Services, Abmdi Certification.
Education: Bachelor's degree in medical/biological/scientific/applied health science field; Associate's degree with registry certification (substitute for Bachelor's); Master's degree in medical/biological/scientific/applied health science field.
Frequently asked questions about Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government
What does a Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government do?expand_more
A Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government is responsible for the following: Respond to all death reports and determine jurisdiction under state law; Question witnesses, relatives, and others to obtain pertinent information regarding the decedent; Generate thorough Reports of Death and compile clear case documentation; and Provide training and presentations to students, interns, and public interest groups.
What are the requirements for this Medical Investigator I role?expand_more
Sedgwick County Government is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in medical/biological/scientific/applied health science field; Associate's degree with registry certification and two years of applicable experience; One year of experience in death/crime scene investigation, emergency response, biomedical or clinical services, or applicable applied science or trade; Valid US driver's license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance; and American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigation (ABMDI) Certification for Medical Investigator II.
Where is the Medical Investigator I role at Sedgwick County Government located?expand_more
Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government is based in On-site. This is a on-site role.
Is this Medical Investigator I job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Sedgwick County Government has listed this Medical Investigator I role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Medical Investigator I role?expand_more
Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Medical Investigator I role at Sedgwick County Government?expand_more
Key skills for Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government include Paramedic; Registered Nurse; Death Investigation; Crime Scene Investigation; Emergency Response; Biomedical; Clinical Services; and Abmdi Certification.
What education is required for Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in medical/biological/scientific/applied health science field; Associate's degree with registry certification (substitute for Bachelor's); and Master's degree in medical/biological/scientific/applied health science field.
What category does the Medical Investigator I role belong to?expand_more
Medical Investigator I at Sedgwick County Government is part of the Scientific & QA job category on Recrutus.