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County of Fresno

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I

Fresno, CA · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

The Fresno County Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator's Office invites applications for the ... License: Possession of a valid Class "C" driver's license, or equivalent. Incumbents may be ...

Fresno County, CA

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I

Fresno, CA · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

The Fresno County Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator's Office invites applications for the ... Possession of a valid Class "C" driver's license, or equivalent. Incumbents may be required to ...

Mayo Clinic

$30.54 - $45.87/hr

Must have a valid driver's license, with current vehicle insurance. Exemption Status Nonexempt ... Previous employment as investigator with Medical Examiner or Coroner office. Previous experience ...

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How much do coroner driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for coroner driver in the United States is $15.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Coroner Driver?

As a Coroner Driver, your primary responsibilities include transporting deceased individuals from scenes such as homes, hospitals, or accident sites to the coroner’s facility or morgue. You will also assist with the respectful removal and secure handling of remains, maintain accurate transport logs, and ensure all documentation accompanies each case for legal and procedural compliance. The job often requires being on call for after-hours pickups and working closely with coroners, law enforcement, and medical personnel. Performing these tasks with discretion and empathy is essential, as you are frequently interacting with grieving families or sensitive situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Coroner Driver position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Coroner Driver, you need a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, physical stamina, attention to detail, and sensitivity to handling deceased individuals. Familiarity with specialized transport vehicles, body removal equipment, and compliance with legal documentation or chain-of-custody procedures is typically required. Strong communication, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to remain calm in emotionally charged environments are valued soft skills. These qualities ensure the respectful, safe, and efficient transportation of remains critical to supporting coroner operations and investigations.

What is a Coroner Driver job?

A Coroner Driver is responsible for transporting deceased individuals from the scene of death to a morgue, medical examiner's office, or funeral home. They work closely with law enforcement, medical examiners, and funeral professionals to ensure the safe and respectful handling of human remains. Duties often include maintaining transport records, following biohazard protocols, and operating specialized vehicles. Strong attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive situations are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various Coroner Driver job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% Locum Tenens, 56% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 24% Summer. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,394 per year, or $15.6 per hour.
Travel Group - Organ Donation Coordinator

Travel Group - Organ Donation Coordinator

LifeCenter Northwest

Bellevue, WA

$83K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

The listed job location of Bellevue, WA reflects the location of our headquarters.

The primary working location for this role will be Western Washington.

The Organ Donation Coordinator (ODC) supports the mission, goals, and strategic plan of LifeCenter Northwest by evaluating organ donor referrals, conducting medical evaluation on potential organ donors, and developing a plan with the healthcare team to maintain the option of donation. The ODC supports the Organ Recovery Coordinators with organ donor cases, with oversight facilitates donation after circulatory arrest donation (DCD) process, communicates and documents Medical Examiner or Coroner conversations and release for donation. The ODC works closely with the Donation and Family Advocates (DFA) and ORC with compassionate family conversations and conducts Uniform Donor Risk Assessment Interview (UDRAI) with potential donor families. The ODC also supports in the operating room by performing organ perfusion and packaging and labeling of recovered organs.  All these above actions are done pursuant to LifeCenter Northwest standard operating procedures (SOPs), CMS regulations, UNOS policy, and AOPO standards.

  • Response to ventilated referrals
  • Organ donor suitability
  • Family Interactions and authorization/disclosure
  • Uniform Donor Risk Assessment Interview (UDRAI)
  • Clinical and regulatory requirements and documentation
  • ME/Coroner Contact
  • Blood and Ancillary Test Collection
  • Organ Preservation and Packaging
  • Donation After Circulatory Death (DCD) Case Support
  • Interdepartmental Collaboration

BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee in this position must uphold the core values of LifeCenter; these include:

  • Integrity: We are trustworthy, reliable, respectful, and accountable.
  • Collaboration: We work in partnership with others, seeking to understand and be understood, and finding common ground and shared goals to build upon together.
  • Courage: We take personal responsibility and face challenges head-on.
  • Service: Through professionalism and dedication, we honor our commitment to serve others and our obligation to be good stewards of the gift of life.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Advanced EMT, Paramedic, Certified/Registered Respiratory Therapy with BLS and ACLS certifications, or similar background/certifications and/or OPO experience. 
  • Requires a valid driver’s license and access to an insured automobile or the ability to arrive and depart from work- and work-related functions at expected times.
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or applicable medical or religious exemption will be required as a condition of employment upon offer.  

LifeCenter Northwest offers medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, and travel accident insurance. Employees have the option of enrolling in the following supplemental or voluntary plans: life insurance, short-term disability, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness coverage and pet insurance. Employees enrolled in our 403(b) program will receive an employer match of up to 7% after one year, employees are auto enrolled at 3% and may change their enrollment at any time. LifeCenter encourages all employees to find balance and well-being and provides all employees access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and provides a quarterly Wellness Reimbursement. Employees enjoy paid holidays throughout the calendar year and earn 119 hours of PTO annually (to start) as well as Health Time Off hours that is earned 1 hour per 30 worked, paid living donor leave, two weeks paid jury duty leave after 6 months of service, and three weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service is complete. A comprehensive review of benefits can be found at https://lcnw.org/about/employment-opportunities/.

 PAY RANGE

  • ODC I: $75,918 - $110,112
  • ODC II: $83,918 - $121,715

The pay range for this role is provided above. Where a candidate’s compensation falls within this range is based on several bona fide factors such as experience, tenure, and other specialized knowledge. LifeCenter Northwest is committed to providing its employees equitable and competitive compensation.

This position is eligible for additional compensation to the base pay rate, in the form of Extra Call Pay, Extra Call Worked, Overnight Differential, and Holiday Stipend Pay. Additionally, this position may be eligible for a preceptor bonus. 

LifeCenter Northwest is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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