Forensic Pathologist

Forensic Pathologist
**Job ID**:
226461
**Posting status**:
Open
**Organization**:
Ministry of the Solicitor General
**Division**:
Ontario Forensic Pathology Service
**City**:
Toronto
**Position(s) language**:
English
**Job term**:
1 Permanent
**Job code**:
MMD02A - Medical Consultant (Fellowship)
**Salary**:
$358,348.00 - $390,569.00 Per year
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**ATTENTION**: FORENSIC PATHOLOGISTS
The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Provincial Forensic Pathology Unit, Ontario Forensic Pathology Service is seeking four Forensic Pathologists to assist in the delivery of high quality forensic pathology services to coroners, police, crown attorneys, lawyers and courts in Ontario.
This exciting work will be carried out at the state of the art Forensic Services and Coroners Complex.
The Provincial Forensic Pathology Unit (PFPU) is the main autopsy service for the Province of Ontario operating under the auspices of the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. The PFPU performs over 6500 medico-legal autopsies per year including all homicides and criminally suspicious deaths of adults, infants and children in the greater Toronto area. In addition, the Unit acts as a referral centre for complex cases for other regions of the Province that do not have access to forensic pathology expertise. As forensic pathologists at the PFPU, you are actively involved with postgraduate training and continuing medical education in forensic pathology.
**NOTE**:

- This competition will be used to create an eligibility list to fill upcoming Forensic Pathologists opportunities.

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
The OPS is an innovative, responsive and accountable public service that works hard to be diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable. Diversifying leadership is a top priority for the OPS. Our goal is to achieve parity with the Ontario labour force by 2025 for the most under-represented groups (Indigenous, racialized and persons with disabilities) on our leadership teams.
The OPS is an accessible employer and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process.
Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy, the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint, and the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan to learn more about the OPS commitment to advancing racial equity, accessibility, diversity and inclusion in the public service.
About the job
Create the Work Environment
In the Ontario Public Service, we hold our leaders to the highest standards, expecting them to embody authenticity, accountability, and courage in every action and decision. It will be your responsibility to create a work environment and team culture that ignites innovation, nurtures collaboration and champions inclusivity by creating a diverse, anti-racist and accessible workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. By aligning your choices with these values, you will create a vibrant work environment where every individual can thrive.
Deliver on Business Goals and Priorities
Your leadership will be crucial in guiding the team towards the achievement of their business goals. It will be your responsibility to inspire and motivate your team to deliver their best performance and align the teams daily actions with the strategic vision of the ministry. In this position, you will:

- Deliver high quality forensic pathology services to coroners, police, Crown Attorneys, lawyers and courts in Ontario.
- Assume responsibility for complex cases as an acknowledged expert in the specialized field of forensic pathology.
- As forensic pathologists at the PFPU, you are actively involved with postgraduate training and continuing medical education in forensic pathology.

What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
- You have a Medical degree from a recognized university and licensed or eligible for license to practice medicine in Ontario.
- You have a certification with Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) as a specialist in Anatomical or General Pathology by examination or equivalent certification.
- You have one year of postgraduate training or vocational training in forensic pathology at a recognized institution or university (e.g., university-based forensic pathology fellowship, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited fellowship).

**Technical Knowledge**:

- You have knowledge of and experience in forensic pathology in order to attend scenes, perform autopsies, analyze and interpret the results.
- You have the ability to provide expertise, advice and training to investigating agencies, legal and medical professionals, and certify cause and manner of death.
- You have knowledge of the Coroners Act, Criminal Code, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and other related legislation that applies to death investigation to ensure compliance when providing consultation and professional advice.
- You have a broad knowledge of applicable legislation, r