Under the supervision of the Autopsy Supervisor and the Technical Director/PA, responsibilities encompass assisting the residents, Physician’s Assistants (PAs) and pathologists in the preparation of bodies for the performance of postmortem examinations
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In order of importance, list essential areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation. This section should be completed as a bulleted list and explain how the role is performed.
• Assist with autopsy at the direction of pathologist, pathology resident and/or PA’s including external examination, in situ organ inspection and evisceration
• Ensure that all appropriate procedures are followed in the autopsy suite, morgue
• Accessions autopsy cases and organizes post-mortem paperwork
• Ensure that proper and legal authorization has been obtained to perform a postmortem examination
• Arranges and coordinates the patient’s chart and other pertinent data for review with the pathologist.
• Obtains additional samples (blood cultures, viral cultures, toxicological materials, etc.) for testing, as required
• Assures proper restoration of the body for acceptable release to funeral director, indicating any biohazards that may be present
• Ensures proper release to funeral homes
• Assists with area maintenance to include cleaning and restocking after each case
• Performs all administrative tasks as instructed Minimum Required:
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Preferred:
Some college or Associate’s Degree
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