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Pathologist Assistant

Detroit, MI · On-site

Transfers and handles body from morgue to autopsy table. Conducts autopsy from start to finish ... May assist with sections/specimens utilizing cryostat, stains and coverslip slides; maintains ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant morgue autopsy in the United States is $19.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Assistant morgue autopsy technicians, often called autopsy assistants or morgue technicians, help forensic pathologists and medical examiners perform autopsies and post-mortem examinations. They are responsible for preparing the body, setting up tools, assisting during the procedure, and handling biological samples for further testing. Additionally, they maintain the cleanliness and organization of the autopsy suite and ensure that all procedures are conducted according to legal and health regulations. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally.

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To thrive as an Assistant Morgue Autopsy, you need a solid understanding of anatomy, attention to detail, and often a background in mortuary science or a related health science field. Familiarity with autopsy instruments, specimen labeling protocols, and safety procedures for handling hazardous materials is typically required. Strong communication, discretion, and emotional resilience are crucial soft skills for working in sensitive and sometimes distressing situations. These abilities are essential to ensure accurate post-mortem examinations, maintain safety, and uphold professional standards in a challenging environment.

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Assistant Morgue Autopsy professionals often encounter challenging situations such as exposure to biohazards, emotionally difficult cases, and maintaining meticulous attention to detail during examinations. Managing these challenges involves adhering strictly to safety protocols, using personal protective equipment, and participating in regular training. Emotional resilience is key, and many professionals benefit from peer support and counseling resources offered by their employers. Strong communication and teamwork with pathologists and law enforcement also help ensure smooth workflow and accurate results.

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Forensic Pathology Technician

Manhattan, NY • On-site

City of New York
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Job Description

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person.
The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.
- Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
- Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
- Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
- Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
- Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs
Typical tasks include but are not limited to the following:
- Assists the FASU Supervisor and Autopsy Room Lead in the day-to-day operations.
- Assists medical examiners with all aspects of the postmortem examination including evisceration, dissection and restoration of the body
- Weighs remains, lifts remains onto autopsy table and assists Medical Examiners in all autopsy procedures.
- Works with medical examiners and pathology coordinators to arrange and assist with specialized examinations (i.e., neuropathology & cardio-pathology)
- Ensures that all health and safety procedures are followed, inspects autopsy equipment, and reports faulty equipment.
- Ensures records and FASU logs are reconciled and correct.
- Prepares Incident Reports, Schedules and Statistics as needed.
- Ensures that the autopsy equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized daily.
- Ensures the autopsy suites are properly stocked and are operationally prepared at all times.
- Performs inventory count and reports items that are low in stock to the ARL or FASU Supervisor, as assigned
- Reports all complaints, accidents, and any incidents within the morgue to the proper personnel.
- Takes fingerprints of remains before, during, or after autopsy.
- Performs advanced fingerprint and identification techniques
- Verifies recorded information in CMS (i.e. personal property)
- Supervise City Mortuary Technicians, Forensic Mortuary Technician I and autopsy operations as needed.
- Supports training of Forensic Mortuary Technician I in autopsy operations.
- Required to operate a motor vehicle.
- Performs all City Morgue Technician duties and Forensic Mortuary Technician I duties as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
FORENSIC MORTUARY TECHNICIAN - 52040

Qualifications

1. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in mortuary and/or autopsy work.
For Assignment to Level II
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" described above, to be assigned
to Assignment Level II candidates must have one additional year of the experience described above, for a total of two years of experience.
For Assignment to Assignment Level III
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" described above, to be assigned to Assignment Level III candidates must have three additional years of experience as described above, for a total of four years of experience; two years of the experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.

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The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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