Medical Investigator, prov.

This is an entry level position in the Medical Examiner's Office responsible for investigating the causes of sudden or unexpected death occurring within the County.  Duties involve body removals, preparing bodies for post-mortem examination, assisting in performing autopsies, and conferring with physicians, attorneys and police investigators as a general part of the investigation.  Medical Investigators receive training from staff to enable them to make on-the-scene medical/legal decisions.  The employee reports directly to and works under the general supervision of the Senior Medical Investigator or other higher-level staff member and works varied shifts.  Does related work as required.