Deputy Chief Forensic Pathologist

1 week ago


Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada Canadian Association of Pathologists Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Chief Forensic Pathologist to join our team at the Canadian Association of Pathologists. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in supporting the planning, organization, direction, and administration of our forensic pathology services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Discharge the powers and duties of the Chief Forensic Pathologist in their absence, ensuring seamless continuity of operations.
  • Support the development and implementation of quality management systems for medicolegal autopsies, including quality assurance processes and quality control mechanisms.
  • Oversee forensic pathology units, providing active liaison, reviewing quality audit reporting, managing funding agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to the development of high-quality medicolegal autopsies and related pathology services, as well as effective policy development through participation in internal and external committees.
  • Maintain a forensic pathology on-call schedule for high-profile death notifications, ensuring effective case triage and assignment.
  • Contribute to effective tissue management practices and decision-making for organ retention.
  • Provide direct supervision to the Forensic Anthropologist and assist the Chief Forensic Pathologist in addressing performance management and quality of work issues of registered pathologists and other consultants.
  • Assume direct responsibility for complex cases, requiring in-depth and extensive professional expertise, performing autopsies, and presenting expert opinion evidence.
  • Participate in the Credentialing Committee to make recommendations regarding the accreditation of registered pathologists.
  • Develop, conduct, and participate in educational programs to upgrade the professional and technical knowledge of pathologists, coroners, police, and other members of the death investigation team, the legal profession, undergraduate medical and law students.
  • Provide consultative and advisory services to police, Crown Attorneys, lawyers, coroners, offering professional interpretation, guidance, and authoritative advice on avenues of examination, reference material, etc.
  • Maintain effective liaison and collaboration with key stakeholders involved in investigations of sudden or unexpected death.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Forensic Pathologist.
Requirements
  • A Medical degree and license to practice medicine in Ontario.
  • RCPSC specialist certification in Anatomical Pathology or General Pathology by examination or equivalent certification.
  • Postgraduate certification by examination in forensic pathology by the RCPSC or equivalent certification.
  • Certification by examination in anatomical pathology or general pathology and postgraduate certification by examination in forensic pathology.
Leadership Skills
  • Proven senior-level management experience with a track record in building, leading, coaching, and motivating high-performing teams to achieve results.
  • Experience in leading transformational change exercises.
  • Affirm, promote, and demonstrate commitment to diversity, accessibility, and inclusiveness.
  • A proven track record of delivering sustainable results and championing an organizational culture of collaboration and accountability.
Technical Knowledge and Experience
  • Knowledge in the field of forensic pathology, including contemporary scientific research and literature, and the use of an evidence-based approach to formulate expert opinions.
  • Demonstrated experience in senior-level administration and policy development.
  • Knowledge of the death investigation system in Ontario.
  • Ability to interpret and apply the Coroners Act, Criminal Code, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and other relevant legislation that applies to death investigation.
  • Knowledge of quality management systems, theory, and application, quality assurance practices, and quality control measures.
  • Knowledge of the legal system, investigative techniques, and requirements in law enforcement, rules of evidence in criminal and civil cases, the application of forensic pathology to the investigation of sudden deaths, and the administration of justice through the provision of expert opinions and testimony.
Relationship Management and Communication Skills
  • Demonstrated superior written, oral, and interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and negotiate with partners and stakeholders to find collaborative solutions to complex issues.
  • Demonstrated stakeholder management skills with the ability to establish and maintain relationships of trust with senior management, clients, and partners.
  • Ability to effectively manage expectations and anticipate and resolve major obstacles and conflicts.
  • Experience managing sensitive and contentious issues and providing expert witness evidence.


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