Diener
Monument Health•Rapid City, SD
•$24 - $30•Onsite
About The Position
Independently performs a variety of tasks and support functions before, during, and after an autopsy. This position assists the pathologists with autopsies and any duties related to autopsies. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions.
Requirements
- Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Nice To Haves
- Experience - 1+ years of Healthcare Experience
- 1+ years of Laboratory Experience
- Education - Some College (1-2 years) in Related Field
- Certification - Medical Lab Technician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technology (AMT), or Military Laboratory Specialist OR Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)/American Medical Technology (AMT) or Health and Human Services (HEW)
Responsibilities
- Checking ID and autopsy permit, and alerting Pathologist.
- Assists the pathologist with external exam. This includes photography, removal of lines, bandages, casts, clothing, etc.
- Opens body with or without pathologist.
- Removes organs by technique specified by the pathologist, (with or without assistance of the pathologist) and alerts pathologist to any obvious abnormalities.
- Has all autopsy instruments available and ready for use.
- Obtains blood, urine and vitreous samples at the discretion of the pathologist.
- In forensic autopsies; assists both pathologist and law enforcement with evidence collection.
- Returns organs to body cavity after examination by pathologist.
- Sews the body cavity and scalp closed and cleans the body.
- Alerts housekeeping as to routine and/or specialized cleaning requirements of morgue and cold room.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and departmental information with no infractions.
- Maintains cooperative relationships (inter- and intra-departmental) with others.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
- Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
- Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
- Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement
- Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions
- Flexible scheduling
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
