Student Worker-Dissector

Palmer College of Chiropractic; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, FL 32129 is seeking a part-time work-study student to dissect specific structures on human cadavers to support anatomy instruction and open lab sessions. You will expose nerves, arteries, and veins, and complete assigned cadaver items before each lab.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in anatomy/biology, Biomedical Waste Training, and knowledge of FERPA/HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Anatomy or Biology with prior dissection experience.
• Biomedical Waste Training.
• Understanding of FERPA and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Dissect specific structures on human cadavers.
• Expose delicate structures such as nerves, arteries, and veins.
• Dissect every item on the provided list prior to the scheduled lab.

Skills

Cadaver dissection

Dexterity

Attention to details

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anatomy/Biology

Biomedical Waste Training

FERPA & HIPAA awareness

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 20 - Florida Campus - Port Orange, FL 32129Position Type: Part Time**This position is for current Palmer College of Chiropractic students only.

Function

This work-study position is responsible for dissecting specific structures on and in cadavers to ensure efficient instruction and viewing capabilities by anatomy faculty and open lab students. This role is vital to maximizing instructional time during lab.

Organizational Relationship:

Responsible to the department head or assigned supervisor for successful performance of assigned duties.

General Qualifications needed to perform role:

Mental and Physical Requirements:

• Willing to work with cadavers
• No allergies to chemicals in the lab
• No physical impediments to lifting
• Good dexterity and a good ability to concentrate
• Good attention to details and must be meticulous in their work

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• The individual will be dissecting specific structures on human cadavers.
• He/She will cleanly expose delicate structures such as nerve, arteries, and veins.
• He/She will be dissecting every item on the provided list prior to the scheduled lab.

QualificationsEducation, Training and Experience:

• Biomedical Waste Training
• The applicant must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Anatomy/Biology) and previous experience with human dissection.
• Understanding of FERPA and HIPAA regulations and guidelines

Working Environment and Conditions:

• Performs assigned duties in a ventilated, lighted, and temperature controlled office environment