Morgue Attendant jobs in Texas

Morgue Attendant receives bodies of deceased patients and helps place bodies in compartment trays. Confirms identification of bodies and releases bodies as appropriate. Being a Morgue Attendant may assist pathologist in performing autopsies. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, Morgue Attendant typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Morgue Attendant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Morgue Attendant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Forensic Morgue Technician
  • Harris County
  • Houston, TX FULL_TIME

  • Mission

    The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.

     

    Vision

    • To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community.

    • To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings.

    • To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.

     

    Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Assist pathologists during post-mortem examination including opening the thoracic, abdominal and cranial cavities.

    • Closes post-mortem incisions and facilitates storage of decedents.

    • Fingerprints decedents following post-mortem examination

    • Accepts, preserves and is accountable for clothing, property, and valuables belonging to decedents.

    • Performs x-rays as needed for forensic studies.

    • Works the morgue control desk as needed to include releasing decedents and personal property to establishments bearing authority from next of kin and accurately enters information into the database.

    • Records and reconciles decedent inventory on a daily basis.

    • Maintains the safety, sanitation, and custodial conditions of the morgue on a daily basis.

    • Participates in special studies of the morgue as directed by the Director of Morgue & Histology Services.

    • Provides assistance to other Medical Examiner staff as needed or requested by the Director of Morgue & Histology Services or Morgue Services Supervisor.

    • This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.

    • Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.


    Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
      https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
     If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email 
    ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
     

     This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

    All applicants must register and take the HRRM Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 30 wpm and 85% accuracy.

    https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test 

    Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.

    MUST INCLUDE COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS (OFFICIAL OR UNOFFICIAL)

     

    MUST PROVIDE A HANDWRITING SAMPLE (INCLUDING A SAMPLE OF HANDWRITTEN NUMBERS)

     

    Education:

    • Associate of Arts/Science degree or equivalent (60 college hours) from an accredited college or university in Biological Sciences, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Physical Anthropology, or a related field.

    Additional Requirements:

    • Must pass Harris County Clerical Test with a score of at least 85% on all sections including a typing score of 30 wpm with 85% accuracy.

    • Must provide a DNA sample to be maintained by the Forensic Genetics Laboratory for quality assurance purposes.

    • Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

    • Must demonstrate basic computer skills to include standard Microsoft Office applications.

    Licensure:

    • Must maintain a valid driver's license for the duration of employment.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    • Must maintain the confidentiality and integrity of applicable information.

    • Must possess the ability to deal physically and psychologically with death and human remains in various stages of decomposition, disease, and trauma.

    • Must pass criminal background check and drug / alcohol screening (prior to and randomly after employment)



    NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

    Language:

    • Bilingual in English and Spanish

    Register Online for the HRRM Clerical Skills Test using the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test

    • Click the above link to the HRRM Clerical Skills Test registration page
    • Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing
    • You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours
    • You will have no more than 5 calendar days to access and complete testing
    • Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application
    • The test may be taken once every 30 days
    • Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months 


    Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

    • Full-Time | 40 hours per week

    • Work hours between 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

    • Includes weekends and holidays. Weekend rotation is 4 weekends on/ 4 weekends off.

    Work Environment:

    • Morgue/ Laboratory Setting

    • Possible exposure to blood / bloodborne pathogens.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Physical strength to move and lift decedents weighing over 200 pounds from stretcher to autopsy table and storage using acceptable techniques.

    • Must have full range of motion and finger dexterity for grasping, holding, and pushing to handle a variety of tools for evisceration and suturing of decedents.

    • Must be physically able to stand for extended periods of time and tolerate unpleasant odors from decomposed decedents.

    • Must be able to effectively don and doff appropriate personal protective equipment (including N95 mask, gown, face protection, as well as self-contained breathing apparatus as required).

    • Ability to wear personal protective gear for extended periods (hours) while assisting with postmortem examinations.

    Additional Information:

    • Responds to emergency/disaster situations and functions as essential personnel during emergency operations.

    Location:

    • Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences - 1861 Old Spanish Trail Houston, TX 77054



    Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
     
     Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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Medical Investigations Clerk - Morgue
  • Bexar County
  • San Antonio, TX FULL_TIME
  • Under general supervision performs required duties of investigation and/ or morgue sections of the Medical Examiner’s Office to include intake and release of bodies, answering phones, and performing o...
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Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Home Health
  • Home Health Attendant
  • Greenville, TX FULL_TIME,OTHER,PART_TIME
  • About usPersonal Care Attendant for one wheelchair bound client in her home.3- 12 hour shifts weeklyPRN to fill in other shifts as needed and available.Interviews will be conducted virtually and in pe...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant
  • In Home Attendant Services
  • El Paso, TX PART_TIME
  • This position is located in Far East El Paso, Texas 79938. Caregiver provides individualized services and supports to persons with intellectual disabilities who are living with their family, in their ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Front Desk Receptionist
  • In-Home Attendant Services, Ltd.
  • Houston, TX FULL_TIME
  • About Us: At In Home Attendant Services LTD, we understand the significance of providing personalized care that enhances the quality of life for our clients. Established with a mission to empower indi...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Attendant
  • At Home Healthcare
  • Como, TX PART_TIME
  • Join the At Home Healthcare team and become part of our caring family. For our exceptional caregivers and for our pediatric and community care patients, home care becomes deeply personal, unfolding wi...
  • 20 Days Ago

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General assistant
  • Daniel Teitelbaum,MD
  • Denver, CO
  • Elderly MD with very impaired vision looking for an assistant to help with minimal computer work, one afternoon a week ....
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Collaborative Physician
  • Premise Health Systems
  • Opelika, AL
  • Premise Health is seeking a collaborative physician to provide advance practice provider supervision for their employer ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Collaboration AVP
  • Bank of China USA
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description The incumbent will be responsible for the Bank’s collaboration/video meeting and network infrastructure,...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Collaborating Physician
  • Ziggurat Development LLC
  • Corryton, TN
  • Job Description Job Description About the job: Overview: · On-Site Care of Knoxville is seeking a highly skilled and mot...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Collaborating Physician
  • Blessed Health LLC
  • Lee County, GA
  • Job Description Job Description Blessed Health LLC is in search of a collaborating physician located in Georgia. Service...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse, and General Assistant
  • JAMJO LLC
  • Warwick, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Jamjo is a growing e-commerce/online business currently operating out of a storefront in...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Assistant Service Manager
  • Lazydays
  • Nashville, TN
  • ** General Assistant Service Manager** **Job Category****:** Service - Management **Requisition Number****:** GENER00304...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Collaborative Pianist-MUSIC
  • UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA
  • Edmond, OK
  • Job Details Job Location Main Campus - Edmond, OK Position Type Staff Salary Range $36,568.00 - $36,568.00 Salary Job Ca...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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