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Macomb County Michigan

Morgue Specialist

Mount Clemens, MI · On-site

$50.01K - $64.68K/yr

Prepares, lifts, transports and carries bodies for autopsy, assists in the conduct of autopsies ... Provides on call coverage for weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. May make court appearance ...

Spectrum Health

Anatomic Pathology Tech

Royal Oak, MI

Hands-on autopsy assistance experience -this is a core, essential responsibility of the position ... Days Worked Monday - Friday Weekend Frequency On-call weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS ...

Corewell Health

Anatomic Pathology Tech

Royal Oak, MI · On-site

Hands-on autopsy assistance experience -this is a core, essential responsibility of the position ... Days Worked Monday - Friday Weekend Frequency On-call weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS ...

Corewell Health

Anatomic Pathology Tech

Royal Oak, MI

Hands-on autopsy assistance experience--this is a core, essential responsibility of the position ... Days Worked Monday - Friday Weekend Frequency On-call weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Autopsy vs Weekend Forensic Technician?

AspectWeekend AutopsyWeekend Forensic Technician
CredentialsMedical examiner license, pathology certificationForensic science degree, crime scene training
Work EnvironmentMedical examiner's office, morgueCrime labs, crime scenes, morgue
Employer & IndustryGovernment medical examiner officesLaw enforcement agencies, forensic labs

Weekend Autopsy involves performing post-mortem examinations to determine cause of death, requiring medical and pathology credentials. Weekend Forensic Technicians assist in crime scene processing and lab analysis, often with forensic science backgrounds. Both roles work in related environments but focus on different aspects of death investigation.

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On-Call Forensic Autopsy Technician I

On-Call Forensic Autopsy Technician I

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

$15.88 - $18.53/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Western Michigan University rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

411th of 529 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
Prepares bodies for postmortem examinations, assists pathologist during and after the examination, and prepares body for release to funeral home; provide medical photography services. Provides support with transfer of cadavers to anatomy laboratory and into storage, maintenance of cadavers and the anatomy lab, and assisting with prosections of cadavers, as needed. Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the storage, filing, and preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation and adheres to established quality control criteria and established procedures.
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FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
  • Wellness reimbursement.
  • Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
  • Employer-funded retirement plan.
  • Two medical plan options: PPO and High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with employer HSA contribution.
  • Flexible work solutions based on position and department.
  • Up to four weeks of PTO accrual beginning in year one.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid volunteer time.
  • Paid preferred holiday.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Performs external examination, photographs, and collects, packages, and/or delivers specimens for laboratory analysis on post-mortem subjects.
  • Performs autopsy dissection, documents data, observations, weights, and measurements following established procedures, stores autopsy specimens, and disposes of them according to established procedures.
  • Prepares body for funeral home, notifies designated office, and completes all records.
  • Photographs surgical, autopsy and graphic materials, upload digital photographs, and creates permanent record of photographs with accurate labeling.
  • Assists in the anatomy lab to include: support with transfer of cadavers to anatomy laboratory and into storage, maintenance of cadavers and the anatomy lab, and prosections of cadavers.
  • Assists in the histology lab to include: maintains organization of all glass slides and paraffin blocks; ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples, including operation of slide and cassette printing equipment; prepares samples for shipment, including inventory procedures and generating shipping documentation; perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation, as directed by Lead Histotechnologist; perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment, perform scheduled maintenance, and troubleshoot minor equipment failures; document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
  • Organizes workload to complete assignments within requested time frame.
  • Documents and maintains evidence in accordance with chain of custody protocols.
  • Reviews, investigates, and authorizes cremation permit requests.
  • At times may be responsible for cleaning up bodily fluids from cadavers outside of department.
  • Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
  • Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Requirements
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • Associate degree or two years of college preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology preferred.
  • Experience managing, organizing, and shipping samples preferred.
  • Experience operating cassette and slide printing equipment a strong plus.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Comfortable communicating with family members of recently deceased individuals.
  • Knowledge and proficiency with web based applications and other software as required by the department.
  • Ability to interpret, comprehend, and transmit complicated and detailed instructions accurately.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing.
  • Knowledge and proficiency in grammar and spelling skills.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of workflow.
  • Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
  • Ability to operate automated standard office equipment such as multi-line phone system, copier, fax machine, shredder, etc.

INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Exhibits a commitment to the values expressed in the medical school mission, vision and values; Educational Pledge; Code of Professional Conduct; and building a supportive learning and working environment with a positive attitude at the workplace and toward their job.
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact in a positive and helpful manner with all constituents both internally and externally in a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
  • Ability to work effectively on group projects with internal and external customers in a collaborative manner.
  • Applies knowledge of principles and process for providing exemplary stakeholder service and support. This includes assessment of stakeholder needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Maintains the confidentiality of all patient, employee, physician, student, and institutional information.
  • Support and assist enhancing the culture and sense of belonging of the medical school.

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