Autopsy Technician I (Temporary)

State of North Carolina • Wake County, NC

1d • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position with the Department of Health and Human Services, located at 4312 District Drive, Raleigh, NC - Wake County. The Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. This is a full-time position in the Autopsy unit.

Requirements

• Associate degree in the biological/anatomical, forensic, mortuary/funeral, or criminal justice sciences from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be fully qualified for the job.
• This is a non-cutting position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

Responsibilities

• Assist with body management, including receipt/release of decedents with funeral homes/transporters
• Clean/disinfect the autopsy facility and associated equipment per protocols
• Perform radiographic procedures on bodies
• Assist the pathologist in the proper packaging and labeling of material to preserve the chain of custody evidence
• Ensure proper equipment and instruments are available for autopsy procedures
• Other administrative tasks as requested

Benefits

• No leave or retirement benefits offered with this position.
• Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree