Job Description

Job Overview: The Autopsy Technician plays a crucial role in assisting Pathologists and Medical Examiners during autopsies and external examinations,

This position involves a variety of complex tasks, including the collection and labeling of evidentiary materials, maintaining instruments and supplies, and ensuring the overall appearance of the morgue,

The technician must possess a working knowledge of anatomy and the ability to handle the psychological aspects of the job, while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to biohazard measures

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Knowledge of anatomy as applied to performing autopsies
• Ability to physically perform job functions, including lifting and moving decedents

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• Assist Pathologists and Medical Examiners with autopsies and external examinations.
• Collect and label evidentiary materials including toxicology and laboratory samples
• Maintain instruments, formalin, solutions, containers, equipment, and supplies for autopsies
• Set up supplies and equipment for use during autopsies.
• Weigh and measure bodies, maintaining the overall appearance of the morgue
• Take muscle, skin, bone, and tissue samples for later use.
• Handle contaminated specimens and biological hazardous waste appropriately.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with hospital staff, law enforcement, and funeral directors.

• Assist with evisceration, dissection, and restoration of the body during postmortem examinations.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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