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AHS Allina Health System; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing M​

Job summary

Allina Health, a not-for-profit health system serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin, seeks an autopsy assistant to support pathologists in post-mortem procedures and related autopsy room duties. Responsibilities include handling tissues, labeling, and documenting findings while maintaining a safe morgue environment.

The role is casual (0.0 FTE) with on-call requirements, day/evening shifts, and no weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 0–2 years in anatomic procedures or 2–5 years in a large hospital Pathology Lab.

Responsibilities

• Assist pathologists in autopsy procedures and in eviscerations/post‑eviscerations.
• Describe the position and condition of internal organs, fluids, and other observations to the pathologist.
• Coordinate the receiving and releasing of bodies; label and store gross tissues.
• Collect specimens and record information; weigh organs and record results.
• aseptically collect specimens for cultures and transport organs as directed.
• Maintain a safe, clean morgue workspace and stock necessary supplies; perform QC and document maintenance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science related field

Job description

Location and Posting Details

Location Address: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311 Date Posted: October 30, 2026 Department: 72006389 Central Lab Pathology Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 0 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

Casual position (0.0 FTE) with on-call requirements Day/evening shifts No weekends

Job Description

Assists with post-mortem examinations and is responsible for related autopsy room area functions including; eviscerations and post-evisceration procedures, cleaning and maintaining the autopsy space, and collecting and storing gross tissues collected.

Principle Responsibilities

Assists pathologists in autopsy procedures. Assists with the performance of eviscerations and post-eviscerations procedures. Describes position and condition of internal organs, and condition of body fluids, and any other relevant observations to the pathologist. Coordinates the receiving and releasing of bodies. Labels and stores gross tissues collected during the performance of postmortem examinations. Collect specimen and record information. Weighs organs and records results. Aseptically collects specimens for cultures. Measures body fluids and records results. Transports organs and takes photographs as directed. Prepare body and supplies. Identifies and prepares body prior to beginning autopsy. Prepares instruments and supplies according to autopsy type. Tracks instruments (scissors, hemostats, blades, knives, forceps, etc.) throughout procedure. Maintains a safe clean working area in the morgue. Stocks all necessary supplies including personal protective equipment. Records and maintains all required preventative maintenance records. Cleans and disinfects autopsy area and items used according to current infection control policy. Keeps knives sharp and bone saw clean. Quality. Performs and documents QC; takes appropriate remedial action following established guidelines. Submits QC data for analysis at appropriate times. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description, and High school diploma or GED preferred 0 to 2 years experience in anatomic procedures or 2 to 5 years experience in a large hospital Pathology Lab

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a science related field

Physical Demands

Heavy Work: Lifting weight up to 100 lbs. occasionally, up to 50 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $35.61 to $48.81 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless! Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish