Pathology Assistant (temporary, as needed)

Waukesha County; United States; On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Waukesha County’s Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking a temporary Pathology Assistant to assist with medico-legal autopsies and related tasks. Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have experience in death investigation.

This role includes handling specimens and collaborating with law enforcement, providing critical support in a sensitive environment. A valid driver’s license is required, and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Four years of work experience in medico-legal death investigation or related area.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medico-legal autopsies under supervision.
• Handle specimen and evidence documentation.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and funeral directors.

Skills

Medico-legal death investigation

Specimen handling

Collaboration with law enforcement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological or medical science

Job description

Overview

Waukesha County’s Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking a Pathology Assistant (temporary, as needed) to join its team. This role involves exposure to death on a daily basis and interaction with grieving individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medico‑legal autopsies under the direction of the Medical Examiner Operations Supervisor and Forensic Pathologists.
• Handle specimen and evidence, including documentation and transportation of decedents.
• Maintain morgue operations and support day‑to‑day tasks with peers.
• Collaborate with outside agencies such as law enforcement and funeral directors to accomplish daily tasks.

Work Schedule

• Temporary, as needed position with variable dayshift hours.
• Expected minimum commitment of 16 hours per month.
• Typical shifts may include weekend and holiday rotations shared among three full‑time Pathology Assistants. Hours are expected to increase during the initial training period following hire.

Testing Requirements

• Audio, Hepatitis B Titer, QuantiFERON (TB test), Musculoskeletal Evaluation, Physical, Rapid Drug Test, and Respirator Clearance Questionnaire.

Training & Experience Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in biological or medical science, anatomy, physical therapy, physical anthropology, medical technology, nursing, or a closely related field.
• Four (4) years of work experience in medico‑legal death investigation, medical or biological sciences, police sciences, as a pathology or autopsy assistant, or a closely related area preferably in a medical examiner’s or coroner’s office.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical and mental abilities to perform the essential job functions as listed in the Deputy Medical Examiner ADA Essential Functions Worksheet.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.