Autopsy Support Technician

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a part-time Anatomic Pathology support position at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. You will assist pathologists, prepare bodies for autopsy, and help manage specimens with attention to confidentiality and safety protocols.

The role involves handling sensitive materials in a morgue setting, collaborating with a team, and supporting the autopsy workflow during day shifts in Grand Rapids.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required.
• Preferred science courses in anatomy and/or physiology.
• Preference for prior morgue experience assisting with autopsies.

Responsibilities

• Review and arrange patient information from medical examiner or clinical chart and assure autopsy information is available for Pathologist.
• Prepare body for autopsy including identification, photographing, inventorying personal belongings, cleaning, and documenting injuries.
• Assist in dissection and weighing of organs.
• Collect and label toxicology/laboratory specimens as requested by Pathologist/Law enforcement.
• Prepare post-autopsy body for release to funeral home and clean morgue after autopsy.

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Corewell Health is seeking a part-time Anatomic Pathology support position at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. You will assist pathologists, prepare bodies for autopsy, and help manage specimens with attention to confidentiality and safety protocols.

The role involves handling sensitive materials in a morgue setting, collaborating with a team, and supporting the autopsy workflow during day shifts in Grand Rapids.