Forensic Autopsy Specialist-26482008

County of San Diego•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Examiner's Office has an immediate opening for a Forensic Autopsy Specialist. As a Forensic Autopsy Specialist, you will assist Deputy Medical Examiners with autopsies and accept, process, and release deceased persons. Interviews will take place beginning the week of September 28, 2026. Job offers will take place beginning the week of October 5, 2026.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Pathologists Assistant Training Program, OR
An associate's of science degree or higher in Mortuary Science or Human Science (e.g. biology, nursing, medical/surgical assisting, emergency medicine, anatomy, physiology), or related field, AND one of the following:
A current, valid California Embalmer's License; OR
One (1) year full-time work experience working with a medical examiner/coroner’s office, assisting with autopsies, which involved frequent direct contact with deceased persons, OR
One (1) year full-time specialized applicable experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities above (e.g., occupations such as medical technicians, medical laboratory technicians, hospital technicians or mortuary technicians that include the handling of human remains).
Work experience must include developing knowledge of human anatomy, skills in identifying or using surgical instruments, and knowledge of aseptic techniques.