Forensic Pathologist – Department of Public Health and Environment / Office of the Medical Examiner
City and County of DenverDenver, Colorado, United States
Posted March 10, 2026
214121 - 364005 USD
Full Time
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Job Description
The City and County of Denver is seeking a Forensic Pathologist to join the Department of Public Health and Environment / Office of the Medical Examiner. The Forensic Pathologist will perform postmortem examinations and medicolegal autopsies to determine cause and manner of death, and assist the Chief Medical Examiner in assessing the quality of services provided.
Requirements
- Graduation from an approved school of medicine plus completion of post-graduate training approved by the American Board of Pathology.
- Possession of a license to practice medicine in the State of Colorado at the time of appointment (or eligibility for licensure with the application process initiated) and board certification in Anatomic or Anatomic/Clinical Pathology.
- Eligibility to sit for the Forensic Pathology Boards at the time of appointment and must pass the Forensic pathology boards within 18 months of employment.
Benefits
- A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
- 457B Retirement Plan
- 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
- Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
