Join a Team of Professional Experts

When you work at Godoy Medical Forensics you become part of a team that are ready to support and ensure your success. If you are a nurse, doctor, or other forensic specialist, we are ready to help you journey down the path of becoming an expert witness. If you join the office staff, you will be part of a team that supports our experts.  Our culture is that of camaraderie, collaboration, and professional development. No matter what your role is, we are excited to welcome you on board!

Why work for Godoy Medical Forensics?

On the job training

Experts – We have a training program that helps you prepare for your cases and a mentoring program that ensures you have someone to talk from day one.

Office staff – Our training program sets you up for success and you’ll be able to rely on the other office members to help you prepare.

Exciting and Interesting Cases

Our focus is criminal law, so our cases range from DUI to assault to homicide. Every case is different, and you will be challenged every day.

Forensic Nurse Expert

Updated 01.24.2025 

We are currently accepting applications for:

  • SANE A or SANE P IAFN certified nurses. We are seeking nurses in the western or central united states for this position.
    • SANE P nurses with experience or interest in strangulation are highly desirable. We will consider nurses from any state.
  • ICU or ED nurses with experience or interest in strangulation cases. We are seeking nurses in the central or eastern united states for this position. Residents of the state of Alaska will also be considered.

If you would like to be considered for future positions not currently listed, you may submit an application and we will add you to our database. To improve your chances of being considered, we recommend you seek training in the following specialty areas:

  • Strangulation
  • Gunshot Wounds
  • Homicide/Death Investigation
  • Child Abuse – general
  • Child abuse – abusive head trauma
  • Sexual Assault (IAFN A or P Certification required)

Forensic Nurse Expert Job Description:

Location: Remote.  Requires travel 1-2 times per month, with limited notice, including out of state.

Position: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, 5-20 hours per week

Reports to: Forensic Nurse Expert II

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Salary: $55.00 – $60.00/hour

 

About the Company

Godoy Medical Forensics, Inc. is a rapidly growing legal consulting company that provides medical expert witness services to attorneys, primarily in criminal cases. Founded in 2009, we have evolved into a prominent consulting firm with a diverse team of experts, including physicians, toxicologists, forensic interviewers and Registered Nurses (RNs). We offer expert opinions in numerous forensic areas, including sexual assault, child abuse, gunshot wounds, assault, DUI, and homicide cases. We are retained by both the prosecution and the defense, with a significant portion of our cases coming from defense attorneys. Join us as we continue to expand our influence in the field of forensic nursing and expert consultation.

 

Job Overview

The Forensic Nurse Expert (FNE) provides expert medical analysis and testimony in criminal and civil cases. This role involves reviewing medical records and case materials, preparing detailed written reports, and delivering expert testimony. The FNE helps attorneys interpret medical findings and provides expert opinions on medical conditions, traumatic injuries, and medication effects. The position requires strong analytical abilities, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct while representing the company.

 

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  • Case review – The nurse will be required to review pertinent discovery in criminal and civil matters, provide verbal consultation with attorneys and offer opinions including, but not limited to, those that relate to medical conditions, traumatic injuries, and medication affects.
  • Written reports – The nurse must be capable of writing professional reports, citing credible resources and produce a product that is free of grammatical mistakes and plagiarism.
  • Testimony – The nurse must be willing to provide testimony in-person and remotely. The nurse must be willing to travel 1-2 times per month, with limited notice, including out of state, with full compensation for travel and travel time.

Other Duties

  • Sales/Marketing – The nurse may be asked to deliver presentations and exhibit at conferences for lead generation and company growth and development.
  • Other tasks may include preparation of chronologies, locating and screening experts, and general assistance of other staff.

 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Required Education, Experience and Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience
  • Most recent clinical position involving patient care must be within the last 5 years
  • Registered Nurse license that is current and free of any negative history
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field
  • Spoken Communication – Fluent in English, with clear articulation and professional delivery.
  • Written Communication- Written reports must be high quality, fluent and free of grammatical errors or plagiarism.
  • Public Speaking – Must be comfortable with public speaking and able to deliver a presentation or testimony without outward signs of anxiety.
  • Must complete continuing education to obtain expertise in a GMFI approved specialty area within 6 months of employment, if not already qualified in a specialty area.
  • Must maintain expertise in at least one (1) GMFI approved specialty area throughout employment.

In addition, nurses applying with the SANE specialty must have the following:

  • Current IAFN SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics
  • Continually meet the continuing education/recertification requirements to maintain IAFN SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics.
  • Ongoing and actively performing SANE exams in a clinical setting

 

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Other specialized education, training and experience in forensic areas including, but not limited to sexual assault, child abuse, strangulation, gunshot wounds or homicide.
  • It is highly recommended that the nurse obtain a Certification in Forensic Nursing, and start that program within six (6) months of employment.
  • Emergency Room, Trauma, or ICU experience
  • Testimony experience
  • Public speaking experience

 

Additional Job Requirements

  • Professional attire during client interactions, both in and out of the courtroom, is required. This includes conservative jewelry and minimal fragrances. Tattoos must be able to be concealed when professional courtroom attire or speaking engagements are required.  Clean background check
  • Access to high-speed internet connection in work environment

Physical Demands:

Sitting/Standing/Walking: Must be able to sit at computers for long periods of time. Standing and walking may be required

Speaking/Hearing: Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients

Vision: Must be able to see details on computer screen and read printed materials

 

What We Offer

401K w/Employer Match

11 Paid Holidays, plus 1 Floating Holiday

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Remote Work Environment

Opportunity for Growth and Leadership Development

Onboarding Includes on the Job Training and Mentorship.

Family-oriented Business Culture with Reasonable Flexibility

Tuition Reimbursement

 

Godoy Medical Forensics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

 

How to Apply

Candidate will be evaluated at every stage and a determination will be made if they will proceed further.

  1. ICU/ED nurses Submit an Application here
  2. SANE nurses, Submit an Application through this link.
  3. Initial interview with human resources
  4. Written report on sample case (provided by Godoy Medical Forensics)
  5. Two Hour Final interview with Tara Godoy, CEO/Founder and/or a lead FNE.
    • Note: Final interview includes a second case for review and a 3-5 minute presentation.

Forensic Nurse Expert Job Application Instructions

How to Apply

Candidate will be evaluated at every stage and a determination will be made if they will proceed further.

  1. Submit Application here.
  2. Initial interview with human resources
  3. Written report on sample case (provided by Godoy Medical Forensics)
  4. Two Hour Final interview with Tara Godoy, CEO/Founder and/or a lead FNE.
    • Note: Final interview includes a second case for review and a 3-5 minute presentation.

Forensic Toxicologist (Contract)

We are currently looking for forensic toxicologists!

We are looking for someone who currently lives in California, Oregon or Washington. We would also consider someone Nevada, Idaho or Arizona.

Position:

This is a remote based contracted position, caseload varies but hours would be between 5-20 hours/week. No guaranteed hours.

Pay is based on your education and background. $150-225/hr

About the Company

Godoy Medical Forensics was founded in 2009 with one nurse and is now a consulting company that contracts with four physicians, a forensic interviewer and several forensic toxicologists. Godoy Medical Forensics Medical has thrived over the years and continues to grow. Currently, we employ 17 nurses and 5 office staff members. We are a fully remote company. We accept criminal defense and prosecution cases as well as civil cases for both the plaintiff and the defense. The majority of our cases are in criminal law.

Job Overview:

The Forensic Toxicologist Expert (expert) provides expert opinions and professional reports to attorneys in criminal and civil matters. The expert is expected to represent the company in a manner that is professional and reputable.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Case review – The expert will be required to review pertinent discovery in criminal and civil matters, provide verbal consultation with attorneys and offer opinions consistent with their background as a forensic toxicologist.
  • Written reports – The expert must be capable of writing professional reports, citing credible resources and producing a product that is free of grammatical mistakes.
  • Testimony – The expert must be willing to provide testimony. Most of the testimony will be located within 100 miles of her home/office but nurses must be willing to occasionally travel outside that area, including out of state, with full compensation for travel and travel time.
  • Sales/Marketing – The expert may be asked to deliver live or virtual presentations.

Required Skills

  • Spoken: Native-tongue level fluency in English, with clear articulation and professional delivery.
  • Written: Written reports must be high quality, fluent and free of grammatical errors or plagiarism.
  • Public speaking skills: Must be comfortable with public speaking and able to deliver a presentation or testimony without outward signs of anxiety.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field.
  • Lab experience in testing blood and other bodily fluids, including utilizing microscopic techniques, chromatography and spectrograph.
  • Forensic/Criminology background is ideal.
  • Clean criminal record

Application Process:

    • Submit your CV to Info@GodoyMedical.net
    • If eligible, you will be contacted for an interview.

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Marketing and Sales Assistant (Filled)

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Position:

Part time Employee 10-20 hours a week.

Pay: $23-26 hourly

About the Company

Godoy Medical Forensics, Inc. is a rapidly growing legal consulting company that provides medical expert witness services to attorneys, primarily in criminal cases. Founded in 2009, we have evolved into a prominent consulting firm with a diverse team of experts, including physicians, toxicologists, and Registered Nurses (RNs). We offer expert opinions in numerous forensic areas, including sexual assault, child abuse, gunshot wounds, assault, DUI, and homicide cases. We are retained by both the prosecution and the defense, with a significant portion of our cases coming from defense attorneys. Join us as we continue to expand our influence in the field of forensic nursing and expert consultation.

Job Overview

The Marketing and Sales Assistant will be responsible for coordinating and scheduling webinars, managing promotional email campaigns through Mailchimp, working with experts and clients to schedule private webinars, researching industry conferences, and attending conferences as an exhibitor on a monthly basis. This is a remote, part-time (20 hours/week) position with flexible hours and required travel.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Webinar Management:

  • Schedule and coordinate webinar programs using platforms like Zoom and WebinarGeek
  • Collaborate with forensic experts and legal professionals to organize private webinar sessions
  • Manage technical setup and execution of webinar events
  • Monitor attendance and engagement metrics for reporting purposes

Marketing Implementation

  • Create and execute email marketing campaigns through Mailchimp
  • Promote forensic expert services and educational webinars to legal professionals
  • Maintain and update contact databases of law firms and legal organizations
  • Monitor campaign performance, generate and analyze analytics reports

Event Coordination:

  • Research and identify relevant criminal law conferences
  • Attend and represent company at monthly conferences as an exhibitor
  • Handle conference logistics and promotional materials
  • Network with attorneys and legal professionals at industry events
  • May perform other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience and Skills

  • High School Diploma required.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field preferred.
    • Medical and legal field experience desirable.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with webinar platforms (Zoom, WebinarGeek, or similar)
  • Demonstrated proficiency with email marketing platforms, (Mailchimp or similar)
  • At least one year of experience in a marketing or sales role
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, remote environment.
  • Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with clients.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy.
  • Ability to maintain a polished, professional appearance and demeanor when interacting with clients and experts

Other job requirements

  • Home office with a dedicated, quiet and distraction-free working space
  • Access to high-speed internet connection in work environment
  • Must be able to travel approximately once per month for conferences, may require evening or Saturday/Sunday travel
  • Valid drivers license and vehicle insurance
  • Ability to stand for extended periods during conference exhibitions
  • Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds of conference materials
  • Ability to store conference materials including a large luggage bag and several boxes of materials for upcoming conferences

Physical Demands:

  • Carry/Lift: Must be able to carry and lift conference materials up to 50 lbs.
  • Sitting/Standing/Walking: Must be able to sit at computers for long periods of time. Standing and walking required for conferences.
  • Speaking/Hearing: Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients
  • Vision: Must be able to see details on computer screen and read printed materials

What We Offer

  • 401K w/Employer Match
  • 11 Paid Holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Vacation
  • Remote Work Environment
  • Opportunity for Growth and Leadership Development
  • Onboarding Includes on the Job Training and Mentorship.
  • Family-oriented Business Culture with Reasonable Flexibility

Godoy Medical Forensics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.