Autopsy Technician II

State of North Carolina•Wake County, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Autopsy Technician II position functions as a senior autopsy technician responsible for assisting in medicolegal autopsies and ensuring compliance with established safety standards. It performs eviscerations, gross anatomic dissections, specimen collection, medical waste disposal, and body storage tasks under defined operational protocols. This role coordinates the receipt and release of bodies, maintains facility cleanliness, and handles evidence using required chain‑of‑custody procedures. It also takes photographs, performs radiographic procedures, and records case information in the Medical Examiner Information System while supporting investigations with law enforcement and public health partners. Additionally, the position manages autopsy facility materials and provides training and guidance to Autopsy Technician I staff.

Requirements

Associate Degree in the biological/anatomical, forensic, mortuary/funeral, or criminal justice sciences from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the field of pathology, forensic pathology or decedent care OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Documented experience performing eviscerations, gross anatomical dissections, and specimen collection during medicolegal autopsies while consistently adhering to established safety protocols.
Skilled in maintaining accurate chain‑of‑custody documentation and handling physical evidence in accordance with investigative and forensic requirements.
Proficient experience completing detailed case records and entering information into the Medical Examiner Information System with a high degree of accuracy and consistency.
Proven experience coordinating body receipt, transportation, storage, and release processes while managing inventory, supplies, and equipment within an autopsy facility.
Experience providing procedural guidance and on‑the‑job support to Autopsy Technician I staff and collaborating with law enforcement or public health partners during investigative activities.

Responsibilities

Perform eviscerations, gross anatomic dissections, specimen collection, and related procedures during medicolegal autopsies.
Follow OSHA and OCME safety protocols during autopsy procedures and facility operations.
Dispose of medical waste according to established safety requirements and maintain the cleanliness of the autopsy suite and equipment.
Coordinate the receipt, storage, transportation, and release of bodies using established protocols.
Handle and preserve evidence by maintaining accurate chain‑of‑custody documentation.
Capture autopsy photographs and perform radiographic procedures as needed.
Record and enter case information into the Medical Examiner Information System.
Collaborate with law enforcement and public health agencies during investigations, including those involving suspected bioterrorism or mass fatalities.
Manage autopsy facility materials, including inventory, equipment, supplies, and scheduling needs.
Provide training, guidance, and technical support to Autopsy Technician I personnel.