Autopsy Support Technician

Fort-Bend-County,-Tx; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking an Autopsy Support Technician to assist with decedent processing, photography, and evidence handling. The role includes preparing bodies for autopsy, recording data, and maintaining the chain of custody for evidentiary materials.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to follow strict procedures and safety standards. County benefits apply to full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years general office experience; related field education may substitute.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and radiological techniques.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, photograph, tag, and store decedents and associated evidence and personal effects.
• Undress, wash, weigh, measure, and photograph decedents in preparation for autopsy.
• Assist in opening body cavities and process specimens for examination.
• Enter data regarding decedents and evidence into the computer system and maintain chain of custody.
• Maintain inventory and secure storage of medications and specimens.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Word processing

Databases

Spreadsheets

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking an Autopsy Support Technician to assist with decedent processing, photography, and evidence handling. The role includes preparing bodies for autopsy, recording data, and maintaining the chain of custody for evidentiary materials.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to follow strict procedures and safety standards. County benefits apply to full-time staff.