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Morgue Autopsy Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Laboratory Assistant II

Newark, DE · On-site

$18.55 - $26.90/hr

Cleans and disinfects all morgue areas. * Prepares and completes release forms for fetal remains and adult body releases. * Maintains records of autopsy and amputation specimens. * Assists ...

Occasionally transport by admitting and retrieving decedent(s) to and from morgue facilities outside of the county * Occasionally assist the Autopsy Technician and Forensic Pathologists with the ...

Occasionally transport by admitting and retrieving decedent(s) to and from morgue facilities outside of the county * Occasionally assist the Autopsy Technician and Forensic Pathologists with the ...

PT Coroner's Transporter

PA · On-site

$15.68/hr

Occasionally transport by admitting and retrieving decedent(s) to and from morgue facilities outside of the county * Occasionally assist the Autopsy Technician and Forensic Pathologists with the ...

PT Coroner's Transporter

West Chester, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Occasionally transport by admitting and retrieving decedent(s) to and from morgue facilities outside of the county * Occasionally assist the Autopsy Technician and Forensic Pathologists with the ...

Maintains and updates autopsy and mortuary policy and procedures manuals to ensure compliance with ... Escorts deceased patients to hospital morgue for storage and places deceased patients into mortuary ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for morgue autopsy in the United States is $26.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Morgue Autopsy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $55,472 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Pathologists' Assistant - Medical Examiner's Office

Detroit, MI • On-site

Wayne State University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

Job Purpose:
Assists and provides technical assistance in the performance of autopsy and surgical pathology services under general supervision of Pathologist. Describes and examines autopsy specimens, performs autopsy pro-section, obtains appropriate specimens for microscopic evaluation, and describes findings. Assists Pathologists in the preparation, grossing, and dissection of autopsy specimens. Reports to Administrative Manager.

Essential Functions: 
Performs complex procedures including preparation for medical laboratory tests for diagnosis. Performs postmortem procedure with organ block dissection and histology tissue preparation. Ensures integrity of toxicology samples, including packaging and preparation for shipment. Performs evisceration, toxicology sample collection, photography, and radiography. 
Reviews pertinent information and data for presentation to attending pathologist. Provide training to rotating medical students and Pathologists' Assistant students. Provides training of new techniques to autopsy technicians. Communicates ideas and suggestions for the improvement of autopsy protocols in accordance with Lean Principles. Conducts training seminars, instructing pathologists' assistant students in the techniques and protocols of the autopsy and gross autopsy/forensic pathology. Demonstrates gross pathology protocols and procedures to new trainees.
May assist with sections/specimens utilizing cryostat, stains, and coverslip slides; maintains frozen section equipment. Identifies special techniques and procedures to be utilized in the completion of the examination (ex: bacterial and viral cultures). Completes and ensures integrity of information entered electronic database. 
Assists in family-physician communications if required. Evaluates and maintains autopsy room equipment needs and supply needs. Enters data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage. Establishes or monitors quality assurance programs or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results. Sets up, cleans, and maintains laboratory equipment.
Assists in cataloging autopsy photographs. Conducts medical research under direction of pathologists, microbiologists, or biochemists. Conducts medical research under direction of forensic pathologist or anthropologist. Analyzes or collects samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.
Performs other related duties as assigned. Transfers and handles body from morgue to autopsy table. 

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