Autopsy Technical Assistant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Winnipeg, MB

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the joint direction of the Charge Technologist and Autopsy Pathologist, this position is responsible for assisting with the post-mortem examination. In addition, the incumbent is also responsible for maintaining of the autopsy suite and equipment. The incumbent will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies and procedures and applicable legislation.

Requirements

• Complete high school education, University entrance (300 level) course work with emphasis in sciences required.
• Two-year post-secondary education including anatomy and physiology or equivalent.
• Must participate in ongoing education and training in new techniques.
• Ability to lift and move bodies when required.
• Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Proficient analytical skills.
• Work under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position.
• Ability to perform duties as described.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
• Security check must have been obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous related experience preferred.
• Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the post-mortem examination.
• Maintaining of the autopsy suite and equipment.
• Maintaining a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines.
• Ensuring compliance with quality assurance programs.
• Maintaining standards put forth by Accreditation.

Benefits

• Casual FTE
• Days shift
• 7.75 Daily Hours Worked
• 2015 Annual Base Hours
• Salary: $32.076, $33.572, $35.137, $36.772, $38.489, $41.848
• Employment equity and workplace diversity
• Accommodations available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree