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Allina Health Systems • Saint Paul, MN

374d • $32 - $44

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. This position is a casual role with 8-hour day/evening/night shifts and includes weekend on-call responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 0 to 2 years experience in anatomic procedures or 2 to 5 years experience in a large hospital Pathology Lab.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a science related field.

Responsibilities

• Assists pathologists in autopsy procedures.
• Assists with the performance of eviscerations and post-eviscerations procedures.
• Describes position and condition of internal organs, and condition of body fluids, and any other relevant observations to the pathologist.
• Coordinates the receiving and releasing of bodies.
• Labels and stores gross tissues collected during the performance of postmortem examinations.
• Collect specimen and record information.
• Weighs organs and records results.
• Aseptically collects specimens for cultures.
• Measures body fluids and records results.
• Transports organs and takes photographs as directed.
• Identifies and prepares body prior to beginning autopsy.
• Prepares instruments and supplies according to autopsy type.
• Tracks instruments (scissors, hemostats, blades, knives, forceps, etc.) throughout procedure.
• Stocks all necessary supplies including personal protective equipment.
• Records and maintains all required preventative maintenance records.
• Cleans and disinfects autopsy area and items used according to current infection control policy.
• Keeps knives sharp and bone saw clean.
• Performs and documents QC; takes appropriate remedial action following established guidelines.
• Submits QC data for analysis at appropriate times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
• Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED