As a nationally accredited program with a strong educational component in The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, the Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI) investigates any death occurring across the state of New Mexico that is sudden, violent, untimely, unexpected or where a person is found dead and the cause of death is unknown. The OMI, which is a special program within the Department of Pathology, determines the cause and manner of death in these cases, and provides formal death certification.

OMI is currently looking for a Deputy Medical Investigator to join our team. Our ideal candidate will be a team player and willing to learn. This person must be able to work with decedents in various types of scene settings and in various body conditions. Our ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and be able to follow complex instruction. We need someone with a great deal of resilience and that is not triggered by odors.

The position also requires data entry, writing, and a high degree of attention to detail. If this sounds like an interesting position for you, we encourage you to apply. This position requires the ability to drive company vehicles and pass and maintain the required certification for ABMDI.

This position requires work on 2nd and 3rd shifts and the ability to work 10 hour shifts. Position is unionized and schedule is determined by bid.  Work on holidays and weekends also required. This position also requires the handling and moving of decedents, sometimes over 300 pounds in small, tight spaces.

For more information please visit: https://hsc.unm.edu/omi/

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.
• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Ability to secure and maintain a valid UNM Driver's License.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Pre-employment background investigation required.
• Must maintain certification status.
• Must achieve Registry level certification with the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigations (ABMDI) within one year of employment.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Associate's degree in a related field; at least 1 year of experience directly related the to duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution and/or experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.

• Great team attitude
• Knowledge of medical terms, anatomy, physiology, and medications
• Very calm, centered, and even demeanor under stress
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Able to work in complex and ambiguous environment
• Able to manipulate decedents and do external exams on scene investigation  

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.