Night Shift Forensic Autopsy Assistant

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Chief Medical Examiner's Laboratory Services is seeking a Medical Examiner Assistant I for the Boston overnight shift at 720 Albany Street. This full-time position supports autopsy operations, specimen handling, and scene responses.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate's Degree or technical certification in a science/medical field, a valid motor vehicle license, immunizations, and successful completion of a medical evaluation and respirator fit test.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Certification from a technical school in a science or medical field.
• Valid Motor Vehicle License required.
• Must pass medical evaluation and fitness test to wear a respirator.
• Immunizations required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in forensic autopsy and related procedures.
• Prepare and eviscerate the bodies.
• Collect tissue and fluids samples.
• Enter specimens and evidentiary information accurately into computer systems.
• Operate autopsy and mortuary equipment; maintain clean autopsy area.

Education

Associate's Degree or Certification in a science/medical field

Job description

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Chief Medical Examiner's Laboratory Services is seeking a Medical Examiner Assistant I for the Boston overnight shift at 720 Albany Street. This full-time position supports autopsy operations, specimen handling, and scene responses.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate's Degree or technical certification in a science/medical field, a valid motor vehicle license, immunizations, and successful completion of a medical evaluation and respirator fit test.