Pathology - Forensic Physician
22nd Health Care LLC Recruiter listing · Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Tampa, FL Part-time Pathologist
At a glance
Pathologist role posted by 22nd Health Care LLC, a recruiter. Tampa, FL · part-time.
Pay not stated
RolePathologist
LocationTampa, FL
EmploymentPart-time
PostedOct 3, 2026 · 2w ago
Role brief
physicianroles summary, based on the recruiter's listing.
What you'll do
- Perform autopsies and interpret laboratory findings, including histology, toxicology, chemistry, hematology and microbiology
- Review records, reports, photographs and case files to support death investigations and prepare cases for sign-out
- Explain findings to families and other client representatives, and advise department colleagues on case questions
- Investigate death scenes, examine related evidence and provide expert testimony at depositions and trials
- Certify indigent natural deaths and assist with identifying unknown decedents through comparative imaging
What you bring
- An MD or DO and completed ACGME-accredited forensic pathology training
- Forensic pathology board certification or eligibility, plus substantial forensic or autopsy investigation experience
- A valid Florida medical license, or the ability to secure one within 6 months
Who this fits
This part-time role is based in Tampa and begins on a standard first shift, with a 3-month term that may extend long term. It suits a physician with forensic pathology training who can handle autopsies, death investigations and expert testimony.
From the recruiter
Job Title: Physician - Forensic Pathologist
Location: Tampa, FL 33602
Duration: 3 Months to long term
Shift: Standard First Shift
Facility: Hillsborough County
Job Responsibilities:.
• Performs autopsies, including external and internal examination and fixed organ dissection. Interprets histological, toxicological, chemical, hematological, and micro-biologic laboratory results.
• Reviews medical records, law enforcement reports, and other reports as part of death investigation. Provides explanation of findings and opinions to families of deceased and other Client persons.
• Certifies indigent natural deaths, including external examinations, review requests for cremation and out of state body shipment.
• Provides opinions at departmental conferences or less formally, or other assistance to department members to resolve problems.
• Reviews case photographs, autopsy reports, and other file items prior to file sign-out.
• Provides testimony for depositions and at trial as an expert witness. Examines clothing, weapons, motor vehicles, and other items pertinent to death investigations.
• Investigates and interprets death scenes, including photographic documentation.
• Maintains eligibility for faculty appointment in the Department of Pathology and Cell Biology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine.
• Performs / assists in the scientific identification of unknown decedents via comparative dental / body x-ray imaging.
Requirements:
• 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
Location: Tampa, FL 33602
Duration: 3 Months to long term
Shift: Standard First Shift
Facility: Hillsborough County
Job Responsibilities:.
• Performs autopsies, including external and internal examination and fixed organ dissection. Interprets histological, toxicological, chemical, hematological, and micro-biologic laboratory results.
• Reviews medical records, law enforcement reports, and other reports as part of death investigation. Provides explanation of findings and opinions to families of deceased and other Client persons.
• Certifies indigent natural deaths, including external examinations, review requests for cremation and out of state body shipment.
• Provides opinions at departmental conferences or less formally, or other assistance to department members to resolve problems.
• Reviews case photographs, autopsy reports, and other file items prior to file sign-out.
• Provides testimony for depositions and at trial as an expert witness. Examines clothing, weapons, motor vehicles, and other items pertinent to death investigations.
• Investigates and interprets death scenes, including photographic documentation.
• Maintains eligibility for faculty appointment in the Department of Pathology and Cell Biology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine.
• Performs / assists in the scientific identification of unknown decedents via comparative dental / body x-ray imaging.
Requirements:
• 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