Willed Body Program Manager

MedStar Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health institution seeks a Willed Body Program Manager to oversee operations and improve educational activities at the Center for Anatomical Sciences. This role involves effective communication with stakeholders, ensuring cadaver preservation, and managing staff within the program. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Mortuary Science and a state license as a funeral director, alongside relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed funeral director and embalmer in Texas.
• 2-4 years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Willed Body Program.
• Supervise WBP staff and manage donor communication.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomical embalming techniques

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to train and guide staff

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science

Job description

Title: Willed Body Program Manager

Employee Classification: Willed Body Program Manager

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

Sub Division-Department: HSC-CBTS-Office of the Dean

Department: HSC-Center for Anatomical Sciences-300590

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Center for Anatomical Sciences at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is located in the prestigious Cultural District of Fort Worth, Texas. Our mission is to offer exceptional educational activities and to advance research in the anatomical sciences and allied fields.

Research strengths in the Center for Anatomical Sciences include biological anthropology, evolutionary biology, forensic sciences, biomechanics/functional morphology, and histology. The Center encompasses 8,000-square-feet of anatomy laboratories that support anatomical education, research, and outreach. The Center also houses dedicated research laboratories equipped for medical imaging analysis/morphometrics, forensic anthropology, thermoregulatory studies (environmental chamber), histology, and paleontological fossil preparation.

Center for Anatomical Sciences teaches dissection and prosection-based anatomy courses to Medical, Physical Therapy, Physician's Assistant, and Master of Medical Science students. The Center is also home to the Structural Anatomy and Rehabilitation Sciences (STARS) PhD program that prepares graduate students to join the workforce as researchers and anatomy educators.

The Center also supports numerous K-12 science outreach programs, offering summer science camps, campus tours, and in-school events that introduce students to anatomy and its relationship to medical education.

Position Overview

The Willed Body Program Manager will work closely with Center for Anatomical Sciences leadership to ensure effective communication with key audiences (e.g., prospective donors, donor families, medical facilities), ensure the effective preparation and preservation of human cadavers, and coordinate educational/research activities in the anatomy laboratories at UNTHSC. The primary function of this job is to oversee the daily operations of the Willed Body Program in order to promote medical education and research at UNTHSC.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in Mortuary Science and four (4) years' of related experience, or Bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science and two (2) years' of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of anatomical embalming techniques and preservation methods


• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.


• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.


• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks.


• Ability to train and guide staff on procedures and techniques.


• Ability maintain effective working relationships.


• Knowledge of all laws and legal requirements pertaining to Willed Body Programs in the state of Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in academia preferred.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

The applicant must be a licensed funeral director and embalmer with the State of Texas.

Job Duties:

• Supervises the work of all WBP staff , issues performance reviews, and makes hiring and termination decisions.


• Oversees responses to inquiries regarding the WBP and the donation process in a timely and respectful manner through both written and oral communications.


• Oversees all aspects of the donation process including the completion of all required paperwork and communications between donor families, medico-legal personnel, and transportation staff to coordinate the transfer of donors to HSC.


• Oversees all aspects of mortuary operations including the routing of requests for laboratory events and activities through appropriate approval mechanisms and the preservation, allocation, and use of donors for approved laboratory activities. May perform detailed embalming procedures to maintain the anatomical integrity of cadavers.


• Oversees the cremation process and ensures timely and respectful return of cremated remains to donor families.


• Oversees accurate documentation of Willed Body Program activities in database; develops and implements data entry procedures; ensures data integrity and database security.


• Oversees the preparation of reports for Texas Funeral Service Commission and insures that UNTHSC is compliant with all federal, state, local, and institutional regulations.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.


• Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.


• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.


• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.


• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.


• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards:

• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.


• Low temperatures.

Work Schedule:

Varies

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

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