Student Worker-Dissector

PALMER COLLEGE FOUNDATION; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

PALMER COLLEGE FOUNDATION is seeking current Palmer College of Chiropractic students for a part-time work-study position focused on dissecting cadavers. This role is crucial for supporting laboratory instruction by preparing anatomy faculty and lab students.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Anatomy or Biology, have experience with dissection, and be comfortable working with cadavers. A meticulous nature and good dexterity are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work with cadavers.
• No allergies to chemicals in the lab.
• Good ability to concentrate.

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 scheduled lab.

Skills

Dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Anatomy/Biology

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 20 - Florida Campus - Port Orange, FL 32129
Position 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

• 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.

Qualifications (Education, Training & 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