Physician (Forensic Pathologist)
Updated 9/11/26
$138.00
– $148.00
hourly
33617, Tampa, Florida, United States
Physician
Pathology-Forensic
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Job Title: Physician (Forensic Pathologist)
Location: Tampa, FL 33617
Duration: 16 weeks to long term
Shift: 8-5 Mon-Sun on an as needed basis
• Analyze toxicology, histology, and lab reports
• Review medical records and law enforcement reports
• Investigate death scenes and collect evidence
• Prepare detailed autopsy and investigation reports
• Provide expert testimony in court (trial/depositions)
• Communicate findings to families and stakeholders
• Assist in identification of unknown decedents
• Participate in departmental reviews and discussions
• Completed ACGME-accredited training in Forensic Pathology
• Board Certified (or eligible) in Forensic Pathology
• Valid medical license (Florida OR able to obtain within 6 months)
• Strong experience in forensic/autopsy-based investigations
• Knowledge of Florida statutes & public health laws
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to handle court testimony and legal proceedings
• Experience collaborating with law enforcement agencies
• Strong Communication (verbal & written)
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to handle complex and sensitive cases
• Leadership and collaboration abilities
• Exposure to forensic/autopsy settings
• Occasional travel required
Job Title: Physician (Forensic Pathologist)
Location: Tampa, FL 33617
Duration: 16 weeks to long term
Shift: 8-5 Mon-Sun on an as needed basis
Duties & responsibilities:
• Perform autopsies (external/internal examinations, organ dissection)• Analyze toxicology, histology, and lab reports
• Review medical records and law enforcement reports
• Investigate death scenes and collect evidence
• Prepare detailed autopsy and investigation reports
• Provide expert testimony in court (trial/depositions)
• Communicate findings to families and stakeholders
• Assist in identification of unknown decedents
• Participate in departmental reviews and discussions
Mandatory Requirements (Must-Have):
• MD (Doctor of Medicine) or DO (Doctor of Osteopathy)• Completed ACGME-accredited training in Forensic Pathology
• Board Certified (or eligible) in Forensic Pathology
• Valid medical license (Florida OR able to obtain within 6 months)
• Strong experience in forensic/autopsy-based investigations
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with medicolegal death investigations• Knowledge of Florida statutes & public health laws
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to handle court testimony and legal proceedings
• Experience collaborating with law enforcement agencies
Key Competencies:
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making• Strong Communication (verbal & written)
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to handle complex and sensitive cases
• Leadership and collaboration abilities
Work Environment:
• Combination of office, lab, and field (death scene) environments• Exposure to forensic/autopsy settings
• Occasional travel required
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