Autopsy Assistant, Pathology -Medical Examiner (Onsite)
UTMB Health•Galveston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Autopsy Assistant provides skilled technical assistance to the pathologist and autopsy prosector during post-mortem examinations of pediatric, adolescent, and adult decedents. The role supports autopsy operations, decedent affairs, specimen handling, records maintenance, research, and medico-legal case coordination. The position is onsite in La Marque, Texas, and the salary is commensurate with experience.
Requirements
- Associate's degree.
- Two years of related experience; an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Complete autopsy consent and disposition forms with next of kin and medical personnel, and interact with funeral home personnel, the Anatomy Department, and organ and tissue procurement agencies as required.
- Prepare and enter Decedent Affairs paperwork using a computer.
- Maintain and update mortuary and autopsy records and log books; enter histology information and file histology slides.
- Transport bodies to the morgue as needed.
- Order and pick up medical records as required by the autopsy physician.
- Prepare autopsy rooms with necessary instruments, equipment, and containers.
- Take external and in-situ photographs of decedents and other photographs as requested.
- Prepare and deliver specimens to the laboratory.
- Sort, deliver, and/or store tissue and blood for educational and research purposes.
- Handle disposal of tissue and body fluids.
- Coordinate with the Medical Examiner Office on medico-legal cases and contact law enforcement agencies as necessary.
- Assist with research protocols.
- Assist with safety orientation and training in evisceration techniques.
- Dissect and eviscerate designated organs and tissues for further examination as directed.
- Clean, disinfect, and restock autopsy rooms and equipment.
- Prepare for autopsy, neuropathology, and other related conferences, including conference room setup and organ presentation.
- Document quality controls.
- Inventory chemicals and ensure their proper disposal.
- Inventory and order supplies as needed.
- Maintain readiness for inspections.
- Adhere to departmental internal controls and safety protocols in each laboratory area.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
