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Histotechologist

Montgomery, AL

This role includes accessioning and processing samples, instrument calibration, quality assurance data collection, and assisting with morgue compliance and decedent affairs. Strong communication ...

UF Health

Chaplain-PRN

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Ability to implement decedent affairs procedures; Ability to understand, support and communicate institutional policy.Preferred Licensure/Certifications:Prefer denominational ordination and ...

UF Health

Chaplain-PRN

Jacksonville, FL

Ability to implement decedent affairs procedures; Ability to understand, support and communicate institutional policy.Preferred Licensure/Certifications:Prefer denominational ordination and ...

Staffingine LLC

Pathologist Assistant

Boston, MA · On-site

Participates as a team member of the Decedent Affairs Office * Receives deceased patients from hospital transport. * Escorts deceased patients to hospital morgue for storage and places deceased ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for decedent affairs in the United States is $38.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $49.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in Decedent Affairs, you need attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and knowledge of medical, legal, or mortuary processes, often backed by experience in healthcare administration or social work. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, hospital database software, and relevant documentation protocols is typically required. Compassion, discretion, and excellent interpersonal communication are essential for supporting families and collaborating with medical staff. These skills ensure sensitive and accurate handling of decedent cases while providing crucial support to grieving families and maintaining regulatory compliance.

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A Decedent Affairs job involves coordinating the care and handling of deceased patients within a healthcare or institutional setting. Responsibilities typically include notifying family members, assisting with legal and administrative paperwork, and working with funeral homes or medical examiners. These professionals ensure that the process is handled with sensitivity and in compliance with regulations. They often collaborate with hospital staff, social workers, and law enforcement when necessary.

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Professionals in Decedent Affairs often navigate emotionally charged interactions, as they coordinate with both grieving families and multiple hospital departments to manage all aspects of post-mortem care. Balancing compassion with the need for accurate documentation and adherence to legal requirements can be challenging. Additionally, the role may involve handling time-sensitive paperwork, arranging transport, and communicating with funeral homes or government agencies. Teamwork and clear communication are especially important, as tasks frequently require collaboration with healthcare providers, security, and administrative staff. Successfully managing these challenges contributes to a supportive experience for families and ensures organizational compliance with relevant regulations.

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Histotechologist

Histotechologist

Aptive

Montgomery, AL

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

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Job Summary

Position Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Histopathology Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a full range of laboratory procedures in Cytology and Surgical Pathology while maintaining specimen integrity, managing quality control, and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards. This role includes accessioning and processing samples, instrument calibration, quality assurance data collection, and assisting with morgue compliance and decedent affairs. Strong communication skills are essential for coordinating with medical staff, clinics, and external partners.

Primary Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities: Accession and receipt of samples into VA laboratory information system package for in-house testing or send outs to reference laboratories. Preparation of specimens for analysis; ensuring that the physiologic states of the specimen properties are maintained. Edit and verify results recorded into the computer system. Stock and maintain specialized supplies used in the work area. Perform a full range of automated and non-automated laboratory procedures in the areas of Cytology and Surgical Pathology, according to established protocols. Calibrate, standardizes, adjusts and maintains instruments on which trained. Verifies correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks and monitoring. Identifies the cause of common problems and makes simple repairs. Perform validation studies on various equipment in the department. Conducts quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and maintains proper records for quality control reports. Collect quality data for Quality Assurance programs, including Joint Commission. Communicate with clinics and providers regarding specimen adequacy or other issues relating to collection, or labeling. Participate in VISN technical committees for Cytology and AP. Developing partnership with local funeral homes. Monitor compliance with onsite morgue.

Responsible for record management organization and compliance for Histology department. Communicate with Decedent's affairs and complete paperwork required. Performing Frozen sections when required. Monitor temperature compliance in histology areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications: Preferred certification in Histopathology.Experience Requirements: Minimum one year experience.

About Aptive

Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies.

Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector. Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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