Morgue Assistant Part time

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

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.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.