Assistant Morgue Autopsy Jobs (NOW HIRING)

HHS Forensic Examiner's Office is seeking anAutopsy Assistant in Bismarck, ND.
Hiring Range: $20 per hour
This position is classified as temporary but is considered long-term temporary and is expected to be an ongoing position.
As an Autopsy Assistant, you will be assisting the Forensic Examiner with forensic autopsies approximately 12 to 20 hours per week. Hours will vary depending on the number of cases during the week. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing human remains for autopsy.
• Weighing and measuring human remains.
• Be able to open human remains, and under direction from the Forensic Examiner, remove organs and/or tissues.
• Sutures and cleans remains upon completion of autopsy.
• Assisting with proper handling, transfers, labeling and storing of specimens.
• Cleaning and maintenance of morgue and autopsy equipment.
• Admission and release of bodies.
• Collection and preservation of evidence.
• Inventory and stocking of morgue supplies.
• Interaction with law enforcement and funeral home personnel.
• Other duties as directed by Forensic Examiner's Office Staff

To be considered for this position, you are required to have a high school diploma or GED and (preferably) experience in a medical-related position such as, work in a morgue, mortuary or medical laboratory; work as an emergency medical technician; or work in a hospital or nursing home facility. Course work in biology, preferably including anatomy/physiology; or any combination of education or experience which would demonstrate the ability to perform the work may substitute for the experience requirement.
To be considered, an applicant must be available to work Mon through Friday 8-5 on call basis. Applicants should indicate their availability in their cover letter.
Successful applicants must be able to accurately follow procedures and are encouraged to suggest and implement systematic changes to those procedures when necessary. The applicant must be a willing team player and contribute to the attainment of office goals. Good interpersonal and communication skills needed for performing job duties.Applicant must demonstrate ability to self-start with the ability to work with minimal prompts. Preference may be given to those individuals with medical laboratory, emergency medical, nursing or mortuary science training.A valid driver's license is required.
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Application Procedures
Your resume must clearly show the months and years of employment for each position listed. This information is required to accurately calculate your qualifying experience and determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Resumes that do not include sufficient employment date may not be able to be fully evaluated.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.
This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information HHS ND Careers E-Verify
A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.
For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Adriane Knightstep at aknightstep@nd.gov or at 701.328.6138.
Employing Unit: ND HHS - ND Forensic Examiner's Office
TTY Number ND Relay Service 1 (800) 366-6888 (text) or 1 (800) 366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.