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Pathology Services Opening Date: 07/07/2026 Closing Date: 12/15/2026 11:59 PM Central Max Number of ... Provides gross neuropathology consultation to Assistant Medical Examiners during forensic autopsies ...

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How much do weekend forensic pathologist assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend forensic pathologist assistant in the United States is $55.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.51 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend forensic pathologist assistant?

Weekend Forensic Pathologist Assistants are specialized professionals who support forensic pathologists during autopsies and other postmortem examinations, typically working on weekends. Their duties include preparing bodies for examination, assisting with evidence collection, documenting findings, and maintaining laboratory equipment. They play a key role in helping forensic pathologists determine causes of death and contribute to criminal investigations. This position often requires knowledge of anatomy, laboratory procedures, and attention to detail, as well as the ability to work under potentially stressful conditions.

What can I expect in terms of collaboration and workflow when working as a weekend forensic pathologist assistant?

As a Weekend Forensic Pathologist Assistant, you will work closely with forensic pathologists, morgue technicians, and law enforcement personnel to assist with autopsies and postmortem examinations. Your responsibilities typically include preparing bodies, collecting specimens, maintaining chain-of-custody documentation, and ensuring proper handling of evidence. Weekend shifts may have a smaller team on-site, which means you may take on a broader range of tasks and need to be adaptable. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as you'll be coordinating with professionals from various disciplines, often under tight timelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend forensic pathologist assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Forensic Pathologist Assistant, you need a background in biological sciences or mortuary science, with formal training or certification in autopsy assistance or pathology support. Familiarity with specialized laboratory equipment, autopsy tools, specimen handling protocols, and medical record systems is critical. Attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to remain composed under stressful or sensitive circumstances are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate, ethical, and efficient assistance during autopsies, supporting the integrity of forensic investigations.

How many hours do weekend forensic pathologist assistants work?

Weekend forensic pathologist assistants typically work part-time hours, often around 8 to 16 hours per weekend, depending on the workload and case requirements. Their schedule may include early mornings, evenings, or overnight shifts, and flexibility is often necessary to accommodate the needs of the forensic team and autopsy schedules.

Where do weekend forensic pathologist assistants make the most money?

Weekend forensic pathologist assistants tend to earn higher wages in regions with a higher cost of living and greater demand for forensic services, such as large metropolitan areas or states with specialized medical examiner offices. Salaries can also vary based on experience, certifications, and the complexity of cases handled during weekend shifts.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Forensic Pathologist Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,082 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Forensic Pathology Technician

Manhattan, NY • On-site

City of New York
Public Administration • 10K+ employees

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


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7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

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Job Description
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person.
The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.
-Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
-Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
-Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
-Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
-Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs
Typical tasks include but are not limited to the following:
- Assists the FASU Supervisor and Autopsy Room Lead in the day-to-day operations.
- Assists medical examiners with all aspects of the postmortem examination including evisceration, dissection and restoration of the body
- Weighs remains, lifts remains onto autopsy table and assists Medical Examiners in all autopsy procedures.
- Works with medical examiners and pathology coordinators to arrange and assist with specialized examinations (i.e., neuropathology & cardio-pathology)
- Ensures that all health and safety procedures are followed, inspects autopsy equipment, and reports faulty equipment.
- Ensures records and FASU logs are reconciled and correct.
- Prepares Incident Reports, Schedules and Statistics as needed.
- Ensures that the autopsy equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized daily.
- Ensures the autopsy suites are properly stocked and are operationally prepared at all times.
- Performs inventory count and reports items that are low in stock to the ARL or FASU Supervisor, as assigned
- Reports all complaints, accidents, and any incidents within the morgue to the proper personnel.
- Takes fingerprints of remains before, during, or after autopsy.
- Performs advanced fingerprint and identification techniques
- Verifies recorded information in CMS (i.e. personal property)
- Supervise City Mortuary Technicians, Forensic Mortuary Technician I and autopsy operations as needed.
- Supports training of Forensic Mortuary Technician I in autopsy operations.
- Required to operate a motor vehicle.
- Performs all City Morgue Technician duties and Forensic Mortuary Technician I duties as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
FORENSIC MORTUARY TECHNICIAN - 52040
Qualifications
1. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in mortuary and/or autopsy work.
For Assignment to Level II
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" described above, to be assigned
to Assignment Level II candidates must have one additional year of the experience described above, for a total of two years of experience.
For Assignment to Assignment Level III
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" described above, to be assigned to Assignment Level III candidates must have three additional years of experience as described above, for a total of four years of experience; two years of the experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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