Forensic Autopsy Technician

Position Specific Information

This position will join two (2) full-time Forensic Autopsy Technicians, one (1) morgue operations supervisor, and one (1) morgue tech assisting with exams/autopsies to include digital photography, digital radiography, collection of samples, assisting with moving decedent bodies as needed for exams, and basic cleaning of the immediate morgue area.

Responsibilities include assisting Four board certified Forensic Pathologists are responsible for overseeing each death investigation conducted at the facility, totaling approximately 1700 annually.

The MCMEO is primarily responsible for death investigations under the following specific circumstances:

• Natural deaths in individuals without a physician
• Unexpected deaths in otherwise healthy individuals
• All accidental, suicidal, homicidal, traumatic, or violent deaths
• Deaths occurring under unusual circumstances
• Deaths of all prisoners as well as all patients in a state mental health facility

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum of one year of experience in assisting with autopsies or in a related area.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent and coursework in Anatomy, Physiology, Histology, and/or Anthropology.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? N/A

Licenses and Certifications

Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License

Requires County Driving Privileges

Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience/education in a funeral home, morgue, coroner’s office, or medical examiner’s office setting.

Previous experience transporting bodies and working with deceased.

Education related to Anatomy, Physiology, Histology, Anthropology, Biology, and Forensics preferred.

This position requires a high level of professionalism, sensitivity, and respect for deceased individuals. Autopsy Technicians must adhere to strict ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

If you have the necessary qualifications and are interested in joining our team as a Forensic Autopsy Technician, please submit your resume for consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.09 - $30.11 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlotte, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person