Medical Examiner Assistant I - Westfield

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Westfield, MA

45d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the overnight shift. The Medical Examiner Assistant I will assist the Medical Examiner in all aspects of the forensic autopsy, including preparation, evisceration, and collection of samples. Responsibilities also include operating OCME vehicles, handling and labeling specimens, operating autopsy equipment, cleaning the autopsy suite, dispatching and responding to scenes, and interacting with various entities. This requisition will remain open until filled, with first consideration given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days.

Requirements

Associate's Degree or Certification from a technical school in a science or medical field.
Valid Motor Vehicle License at a class level specific to assignment.
Standard immunizations.
Must pass a medical evaluation and be fit tested to wear a respirator.

Nice To Haves

Clean driving history

Responsibilities

Ability to pass a full background check, which will include a driving history inquiry.
Must be able to operate OCME vehicles while abiding to all Massachusetts State Driving Statutes and Regulations.
A clean driving history is required for consideration. Must maintain a clean driving history as an OCME employee.
Ability to lift and move human remains up to 250 lbs. with assistance and upwards of 70 lbs. independently.
Assists the Medical Examiner in all aspects of the forensic autopsy.
Must be able to follow and adhere to specific Standard Operating Procedures and become proficient in all skills associated with the autopsy and autopsy services.
Assist in preparation and evisceration of the bodies.
Assist in the collection of tissue and fluid/ toxicology samples.
Responsible for appropriate handling, labeling, and for accurately entering specimens and evidentiary information into computer systems.
Required to operate all autopsy and mortuary related equipment.
Responsible for daily cleaning and disinfection of the autopsy suite and surgical instruments.
Responsible for dispatching and responding to scenes and medical facilities.
Responsible for moving, lifting, preparing, positioning, photographing, and storing remains on scene and at a medical examiner facility.
Interact with both private and public entities.
Other duties as assigned.