Morgue Assistant Part time

spectrumhealth; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids seeks a part-time Anatomic Pathology role to support pathologists in autopsy preparation, documentation, and evidence handling. Responsibilities include securing belongings, preparing bodies for autopsy, and assisting in dissection and organ weighing.

Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree or equivalent, with preferred background in anatomy/physiology and morgue experience. Work environment is a morgue with exposure to hazardous conditions.

Qualifications

• Required Associate's Degree or equivalent.
• Preferred science courses in anatomy and physiology.
• Preferred prior morgue experience assisting with autopsies.

Responsibilities

• Review and arrange patient information for Pathologist.
• Prepare body for autopsy, photograph, identify, inventory belongings, and document injuries.
• Assist in dissection and weighing of organs.
• Collect and label toxicology/laboratory specimens as requested.
• Prepare post-autopsy body for release to funeral home and clean morgue afterward.
• Secure personal belongings and evidence as directed.
• Maintain professional demeanor when dealing with traumatic cases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Science courses in anatomy/physiology

Prior morgue experience

Job description

About the Uni t

Under general supervision of Forensic Pathologists, eviscerates bodies, collects and secures personal belongings, evidence and specimens. Working conditions are in a morgue with exposure to temperature variations, damp-wet surfaces, decomposing bodies, infectious diseases and unfavorable odors.

Scope of Work

• Frequent exposure to contagious tissues, fluids and hazardous chemicals. Work environment can be very unpleasant due to odors and conditions of corpses.
• Ability to maintain a professional temperament dealing with traumatic/emotional circumstances such as child abuse, dismemberment, fire and homicides.
• Reviews and arranges patient information from medical examiner or clinical chart and assures pertinent autopsy information is available for Pathologist.
• Prepare body for autopsy by ensuring proper identification, photographing body, removing/inventorying personal belonging, cleaning body and documenting injuries.
• Assists in the case dissection and the weighing of organs.
• Collect and properly label toxicology/laboratory specimens and evidence that is requested by Pathologist/Law enforcement.
• Prepares post-autopsy body for release to funeral home and cleans morgue after autopsy is complete.

Qualifications

• Required Associate's Degree or equivalent
• Preferred Science courses particularly in anatomy and/or physiology
• Preferred Prior morgue experience assisting with autopsies

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Blodgett Hospital - 1840 Wealthy St SE- Grand Rapids

Department Name

Anatomic Pathology CHW - Grand Rapids Hosp

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

8

Hours of Work

7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.