Coroners are independent judicial officers who seek the causes of any sudden or unexpected deaths that are reported to them.
As a medical examiner must:

Investigate the circumstances of all sudden deaths cases, violent or unnatural
• Determine the cause of death by looking at all available information (often this involves discussing the case with the late Dr.) · Decide whether to order an autopsy if there are questions about the cause of death
· Carry out an investigation if the autopsy showed that death was not natural
· Notify the Secretary about the death or the results of research
· Ensure that all procedures and records to comply with the law
To appoint a deputy and assistant coroners.

Key Skills
· Excellent communication skills
· The ability to explain complex legal and medical terms in an understandable way
· A tactful and sensitive approach
· A sound knowledge of the law
· Logical thinking and good judgement
· The ability to follow procedures
· A high level of attention to detail
· Accurate record keeping
· The ability to deal with a wide range of people including police officers, witnesses and the media.