- Conducting investigations into sudden or unexplained deaths to assist determining cause and manner of death by providing accurate information to OCME medical examiners and acting as an information relay for next of kin and interested parties.
- Assisting medical doctors across the province in completion of death certificates, triaging case work and potentially refusing case referrals independently in accordance with the Fatality Inquiries Act.
- Case management of files; which includes, researching, collecting and documenting medical, circumstantial and death scene information regarding the deceased and providing it to the attending Medical Examiner.
- Coordinating death scene processing through guidance of police officers and arranging for body removal and transportation services as required.
- Attending the scene of death if required; this involves examining and photographing the body and scene and coordinating with police and emergency services, along with speaking to next of kin (NOK).
- Assisting OCME medical examiners with the process of identification of decedents through liaising with stakeholders accordingly.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Strong team player with high emotional intelligence
- Exceptional analysis and problem solving skills
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and with the ability to prioritize the workload appropriately.
- Process driven with an ability to embrace change in a dynamic and fast paced environment
- Strong medical knowledge and terminology
- Knowledge of Fatality Inquiries Act, Vital Statistics Act, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
- An ability to interact with a diverse group of stakeholders
- Ability to successfully work and thrive in a high impact environment with daily exposure to emotionally taxing situations of sudden violent death e.g. suicides, accidents, homicides and unexpected child deaths. Regular interaction with bodies in varying states of decay is commonplace and the applicant needs to be comfortable and functional in these settings.
- Please outline how your experience relates to the qualifications in detail in your cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook and Excel)
- Previous death investigation
- Investigative experience
- Case management experience
- Biological/medical occupation experience (preference RN/LPN, Paramedic etc.)
- Experience interpreting applicable legislations: Fatality Inquiries Act, Vital Statistic's Act, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP)
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- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
- Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
- Systems Thinking able to understand the broader impact of your work and to anticipate outcomes
- Creative Problem Solving able to assess options and implications that will reach the best solutions
- Build Collaborative Environments able to work as a member of a team comprised of stakeholders both within and outside of government whose goal is supporting and protecting vulnerable Albertans
- Agility able to quickly adapt to changing priorities and to respond with effective decisions
- Develop Networks able to proactively build networks, connect and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders
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Medical Examiner Investigator - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta
Description
Job InformationJob Title: Medical Examiner Investigator
Job Requisition ID: 57968
Ministry: Justice
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 38.75 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Positions available to currently fill are :
One (1) temporary salaried positon (expected end date approximately 1 year)
One (1) wage casual postion (expected end date approximately 1 year)
Scope: Open
Closing Date: May 15, 2024
Classification: Medical and Health 2
Salary: $3,076.28 to $3,913.51 bi-weekly ($80,290 - $102,142/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:
The Ministry of Alberta Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. To follow this link find out more about our department
The staff members of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner are committed to the provision of high quality services to Albertans. Activities performed enable the Office to certify the cause and manner of death in accordance with the Fatalities Inquiries Act; provide forensic service, assist in educating Albertans in time of grief; and develop and maintain a center of excellence in forensic pathology and toxicology.
Information regarding the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner can be found by visiting our website at:
Role Responsibilities
Do you possess strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology and have a knack for investigative work? Do you have strong communication skills, are comfortable working with grieving families, stakeholders including medical professionals, police, and first responders in a challenging and demanding environment. Are you looking for an opportunity to join the OCME investigations team and utilize these skills? If so, we invite you to join the Edmonton OCME within the Justice Services Division.
This would be your opportunity to use your excellent investigative and interpersonal skills. The role is responsible for conducting investigations into sudden and/or unexplained deaths to assist in the determination of cause and manner of death. Investigator teams are required to be available on a 24/7/365 basis to serve the needs of the province. Shift work is mandatory in this setting.
Responsibilities include:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics:
University degree or diploma in a related field (e.g. Nursing, Bio-Medical Sciences, Anatomy, etc.) supplemented by a minimum of one (1) year of related experience. (for example in emergency, critical care medicine or investigative work)
Required
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Notes
Hours of work: These position need to provide an overarching availability on a 24/7/365 basis, through shift work hours/week) and on-call duties in Edmonton located at the Medical Examiner's Office th Street , Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5R8).
Positions Currently available:
One (1) permanent salaried position
One (1) wage position
Travel is a requirement of the role and therefore a valid class 5 driver's license is required.
The environment at OCME is fast paced, and can be emotionally charged. Post mortem examinations are completed on-site and the candidate needs to be aware and be prepared to work in this type of environment.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has two locations and this competition may be used to fill future vacancies in either location Edmonton or Calgary. (Permanent, Temporary Salaried or Wage). Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
What we offer:
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: .
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
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It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Krista.Lammie at .
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