Autopsy Technologist
About The Position
The Autopsy Technologist assists forensic and subspecialty pathologists during autopsy procedures, including pre- and post-autopsy activities and research projects. The role also guides and instructs residents on autopsy procedures and participates in technology and research projects. Additional duties include preparing specimens, cleaning museum boxes, and archiving and retrieving them for Mayo Medical instructors. The position provides on-call coverage for weekend and holiday autopsy examinations and involves partnering with team members to foster an inclusive work environment and respect people with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Employees hired into this position must complete two years in the role before becoming eligible to apply for other positions within Mayo Clinic. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, and Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mortuary science, medical technology, chemistry, or biological science.
- Well-developed knowledge of medical terminology, medical practices, and human anatomy.
- Submit a CV or resume and cover letter with the application.
- For foreign degrees, provide a detailed international equivalency evaluation showing the U.S.-equivalent degree, completed by an organization listed with NACES or AICE.
- Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.
- DLMP employees who have been in their current lab or position for less than two years must attach early release approval from their supervisor.
- Non-DLMP internal applicants who have been in their current department or position for less than one year must attach early release approval from their supervisor.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in mortuary science is preferred.
- Additional science training, such as experience working with dissection or tissue sectioning, is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Assist forensic pathologists and subspecialty pathologists during autopsy procedures, including pre- and post-autopsy activities and research projects.
- Guide and instruct residents on autopsy procedures.
- Participate in innovative technology and research projects.
- Prepare specimens.
- Clean museum boxes and provide archival and retrieval services for Mayo Medical instructors.
- Provide on-call coverage for weekend and holiday autopsy examinations.
- Partner with team members to foster an inclusive work environment and respect different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Benefits
- Medical plan options
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account
- Vision plan with a national network
- HSA and FSA pre-tax savings accounts for eligible expenses
- Competitive retirement package
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
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Job Type
Full-time
