Night Morgue Attendant - Kalamazoo, United States - WMU Homer Stryker, M.D. School of Medicine

WMU Homer Stryker, M.D. School of Medicine

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Kalamazoo, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Overview:
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is recruiting a Night Morgue Attendant.

Responsible for intake and release of decedents; answering phones; scheduling of organ/tissue procurement; preparation of tools and paperwork; performing diagnostic imaging activities using CT scanner and Lodox; requesting records, distributing slides for histology; completing inventory, stocking, and laundry for the Department of Pathology.

Responsibilities:

Performs intake and release of decedents, facilitating this process with funeral homes/transport companies, and completion of necessary documentation, maintaining a legal chain of custody of each decedent.
Performs diagnostic imaging activities (LODOX, CT scanner, etc.) on each decedent and body donor transported to WMed.
Prepares for autopsies each morning by preparing bodies, setting up stations, creating histological cassettes and rulers using cassette printer, as well as folders and paperwork for each decedent requiring a postmortem examination.
Answers and coordinates all internal and external phone calls regarding intake and release of decedents, WMed North cases, consultant examinations, private examinations, WMed body donations, etc.
Assists in the Anatomy Laboratory to include: support with transfer of cadavers to anatomy laboratory and into storage, maintenance of cadavers and cleanliness of the anatomy lab.
Assists with embalming process of all WMed body donors, including postembalming cleanup.
Assists in the Research Histology Laboratory to include: maintaining organization of all glass slides and paraffin blocks; ensuring proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples, including operation of slide and cassette printing equipment, prepares samples for shipment, including inventory procedures and generating shipping documentation; performs routine and nonroutine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation, as directed by Lead Histotechnologist.
Assists investigations by obtaining medical records, checking content and accuracy of Medical Certificates of Death, reviewing each investigated case for accuracy, and assisting in the preparation of cremation permits for review by a medical examiner or deputy medical examiner.
Scheduling and coordination of all organ/tissue procurement via communication with organ procurement organizations.
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
Performs all procedures and documentation related to decedents sent to WMed for storage.
Maintains inventory and stocking of supplies.
Maintains cleanliness of walkin coolers (forensic and anatomy), as well as inventory of all decedents located therein.
Responsible for all laundry operations, including scrubs and the cleaning and preparation of all recycled rags/mops.
Organizes workload to complete assignments within the requested period.
Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings.
Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
Occasionally responsible for cleaning up bodily fluids from cadavers outside of department.
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED required; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred
Exceptional time management skills required
Experience in customer service or medical specialty preferred
Radiology experience (LODOX/CT) preferred
Experience organizing and shipping samples preferred
Experience operating cassette and slide printing equipment a strong plus

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to work independently without direct supervision and make correct decisions based on training and experience
Demonstrate care and understanding in communicating with grieving individuals
Ability to interpret, comprehend, and transmit complicated and detailed instructions accurately and efficiently
Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing
Knowledge and proficiency in grammar and spelling skills
Ability to understand and interpret written material, including technical material and instructions
Demonstrates strong organizational and timemanagement skills
Discretion, compassion, and exemplary attention to detail
Ability to operate automated standard office equipment such as multiline phone system, copier, photography equipment and more
Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow
Able to perform duties independently, with a mínimal need for direct supervision

About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)
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