Forensic Technician

Maricopa County•Phoenix, AZ

3d•$21 - $33

About The Position

Are you passionate about learning how the human body works? Do you enjoy working alongside doctors in a clinical setting? As a Forensic Technician, you'll have the opportunity to use your knowledge to support the 4th largest Medical Examiner jurisdiction in the Nation! About the Office of the Medical Examiner Join a team dedicated to providing reliable and trustworthy death investigations in our community! The Office of the Medical Examiner is a county agency charged under Arizona law to perform medical investigations of certain types of deaths. The goal of these investigations is to determine the medical cause (disease and/or injury) of the death to help improve public health and safety. We are looking for service-minded individuals to join our collaborative team to provide help to the people of Maricopa County. Note: One full-time position and one part-time position are available. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

Requirements

One year of experience working directly with decedents and/or patients in a medical environment
High school diploma or GED
An associate’s degree or completion of 60-semester units from an accredited college or university in Forensic Science, Biological Sciences, Mortuary Science, or other related field, which includes completed courses in anatomy and physiology and medical terminology
Successful candidate will be required to complete a post-job offer medical evaluation in order to use N95 respirators
Sufficient strength and physical and emotional stability to work under adverse conditions
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 100 lbs
Ability to work with decedents in a decomposed state and work in malodorous conditions
Weekend hours may be required based on a selected schedule

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in Forensic Science, Biological Science, Mortuary Science, or a related field, which includes completed courses in anatomy/physiology and medical terminology
Two years of experience working directly with decedents and/or patients in a medical environment
Experience assisting with postmortem examinations
Experience working or volunteering in a medical examiner/coroner’s office
Experience working with decedents
Paramedic, emergency medical or surgical training

Responsibilities

Assist the forensic pathologist during autopsy using surgical techniques to perform evisceration, removal, and weighing of organs, and closing
Take, develop, and ensure appropriate quality radiographs for examinations
Inventory and record clothing, personal effects, and valuables
Collect, preserve, label, and record tissue samples and specimens for toxicology, histology, microbiology, and anthropology
Collect, label, record, and secure evidentiary materials, such as trace evidence, ammunition, and other objects
Collect, label, record, and secure drugs, substances, and paraphernalia
Maintain, clean, and sanitize examination tables, stations, and instruments to ensure working order and request maintenance as necessary
Measure and record the weights of internal organs as they are removed
Document exam-related information into the case management system
Transport decedents to and from the body storage cooler using pallet jack and proper lifting mechanics
Assist with taking photographs and fingerprinting decedents during autopsy
Stock examination suites with required PPE, instruments, and supplies

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center
Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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