Pathology Assistant (temporary, as needed)

Waukesha County, WI; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Waukesha County’s Medical Examiner’s Office seeks a Pathology Assistant (temporary, as needed) to support medico-legal autopsies and morgue operations. The role involves handling specimens, documentation, and coordination with law enforcement and funeral directors.

A driver’s license is required, and shifts vary with operational needs. The ideal candidate demonstrates adaptability, organizational aptitude, and professionalism in interactions with grieving individuals and external agencies while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological or medical sciences or related field.
• Four years of work experience in medico-legal death investigation or related area.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medico-legal autopsies and specimen handling.
• Document case findings and manage evidence and records.
• Transport decedents and help maintain morgue operations.
• Coordinate with pathologists, law enforcement, and funeral directors as needed.
• Support the team in a fast-paced, variable caseload environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Collaborative

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological/medical sciences

Job description

SALARY RANGE

$28.87 - $40.11

WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

Description

Waukesha County’s Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking a Pathology Assistant (temporary, as needed) to join its team.

This profession involves exposure to death on a daily basis and interaction with grieving individuals. Job responsibilities are performed under the direction of the Medical Examiner Operations Supervisor and Forensic Pathologists. This position assists with medico-legal autopsies, specimen and evidence handling, documentation, transportation of decedents, and maintenance of morgue operations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the adaptability needed to work in a fluid environment in which pace and caseload can vary. Having organizational skills and being detail oriented are essential. Individuals should have the collaborative attitude necessary to work with peers to accomplish daily tasks as well as maintain a professional demeanor and rapport when working with outside agencies (Ex., law enforcement, funeral directors, etc.).

Work Schedule

This is a temporary, as-needed position with variable dayshift hours based on operational needs and an 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.

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Prior to hiring, candidates are required to pass a driver’s license and criminal background check. In addition, post-offer testing requirements include: Audio, Hepatitis B Titer, QuantiFERON (TB test), Musculoskeletal Evaluation, Physical, Rapid Drug Test, and Respirator Clearance Questionnaire.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

To view the full classification specification for Deputy Medical Examiner click here.

Minimum Training & Experience Requirements

• 1. Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in such areas as biological or medical science, anatomy, physical therapy, physical anthropology, medical technology, nursing, or a closely related field.
• 2. 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 preferable in a medical examiner’s or coroner’s office.
• 3. Valid driver’s license.

In addition to the above, candidates must possess the 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.

About Us:

Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of “Leading the Way”, we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves “Is there a better way?”

Location:

Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.

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 recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

For further information visit:

https://www.waukeshacounty.gov

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.