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University of Utah Health

HIM Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$96K - $96K/yr

Oversees all morgue management duties, including verification of documentation, maintaining appropriate logs, notifying appropriate parties and receiving/releasing remains. * Initiates and completes ...

Staffingine LLC

Pathologist Assistant

Boston, MA · On-site

... morgue for storage and places deceased patients into mortuary refrigerators. * Accessions deceased patients. Summarizes statistics of deceased patients on a monthly basis for department manager.

Deaconess

Public Security Officer

Henderson, KY · On-site

$19.14 - $26.79/hr

Additionally can provide support for pickup of deposits to the hospital morgue, provide safety ... Management, Surveillance, Access Control, Security Compliance, Incident Response, Security ...

St Joseph Medical Center

Hospital Supervisor RN

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$54.95 - $103.62/hr

Oversees daily morgue census and coordinates as needed with security lead to manage morgue capacity. * Cultural Sensitivity and Competence: Demonstrates proper use of communication tools/materials ...

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How much do morgue manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for morgue manager in the United States is $81,677.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Morgue Manager vs Mortuary Technician?

AspectMorgue ManagerMortuary Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in mortuary science and managerial experienceRequires a high school diploma or associate degree in mortuary science
Work EnvironmentOversees morgue operations, manages staff, and ensures compliancePerforms embalming, body preparation, and assists with funeral services
Industry UsageFound in hospitals, funeral homes, and morgue facilitiesPrimarily employed in funeral homes and mortuary services

The Morgue Manager oversees the entire morgue operation, including staff management and compliance, while the Mortuary Technician focuses on body preparation and embalming. Both roles are essential in the mortuary industry but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

How much does a morgue manager make?

A morgue manager typically earns between $50,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of the facility. They often require knowledge of medical procedures, management skills, and certifications in mortuary science or related fields.

What is a morgue manager?

A morgue manager oversees the operations of a morgue, including managing staff, ensuring proper handling and storage of deceased bodies, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and coordinating with funeral homes, law enforcement, and medical examiners. They often require knowledge of body identification, documentation, and compliance with legal and health regulations.
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Infographic showing various Morgue Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $81,677 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Pathologist Assistant / PA (ASCP) / Pathology Assistant in Upstate New York

KA Recruiting Inc.

Rome, NY

$90K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Pathologists' Assistant - Full Time - Days

Job Summary:

  • Performs gross pathologic specimen dictation and dissection on simple or complex surgical or autopsy specimens.
  • Works under the general direction of the Laboratory Medical Director, Laboratory Director, and Laboratory Manager.

Core Job Responsibilities:

  • Handles specimens from accessioning to final specimen stage.
  • Performs complex postmortem examinations and surgical tissue specimen examination.
  • Conducts gross specimen photography as needed.
  • Assists in maintaining Standard Operating Procedures, ordering supplies, and general maintenance of the morgue and gross room.
  • Maintains inventory and ensures the quality of the morgue and gross room.
  • Takes call as needed and performs administrative tasks such as answering telephones and maintaining logs/records.
  • Assists in training new employees.

Education/Experience Requirements:

  • Required: Graduate of a NYS approved Pathologists' Assistant training program or grandfathered training.
  • Proficient in numbers, research information, time management, computerized databases, and written and verbal communications.
  • Preferred: Graduated from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant training program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

  • Required: NYS licensed Pathologists' Assistant or meets requirements to obtain this license within 1 year of on-boarding.
  • Preferred: ASCP board certification NYS licensed Pathologists' Assistant.

Job Details:

  • Shift: Days
  • Shift Hours Worked: 8.50
  • Union: Non-Union
  • Pay Range: $90,000 - $144,000 Annually

If interested please apply directly to this job position or reach out to Megan directly at 617-746-2768 (accepts texts) / Megan@ka-recruiting.com.

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