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Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Morgue Technician Part Time or Days in Minneapolis, Minnesota
*SUMMARY*
We are currently seeking aMorgue Technicianto join our team. The Morgue Technician performs daily activities in the morgue, including but not limited to: intake processing, releases of decedents, inventory of decedent belongings, coordination of disposition arrangements, coordination of viewings, and answers questions from staff and families, and coordinates care of decedents.
*RESPONSIBILITIES*
- Performs intake processing of decedents in the morgue
- Inventories belongings of decedent
- Coordinates autopsies for decedents
- Coordinates storage and disposition of fetal remains
- Coordinates viewings of decedent in the morgue
- Coordinates disposition of surgically removed limbs
- Communicates with and educates Hennepin Healthcare team members regarding the death protocol
- Responds to questions and inquiries from Hennepin Healthcare team members and families of decedents
- Provides culturally appropriate post-mortem care for families
- Maintains morgue equipment, including cleaning, decontamination/sterilization of instruments
- Maintains morgue supplies including ordering and restocking of linens, PPE, consumables, and specialized chemicals
- Collects, packages, and prepares biohazardous waste and linen for pick up
- Communicates and collaborates with outside agencies, such as funeral homes/directors, law enforcement agencies, donor agencies and procurement personnel, transport services, and the Hennepin County Medical Examiner
*QUALIFICATIONS*
Minimum Education/Work Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 year degree in Healthcare Administration, Health and Human Services, or related field
- 2 years of healthcare experience
- Experience with medical terminology and electronic health record systems
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrated skills in the areas of communication (verbal and written), conflict, interdisciplinary collaboration, management, creative problem solving, and critical thinking
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Demonstrates flexibility via an ability to adapt to changing priorities and regulations
- Basic knowledge of Epic application
- Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office
Title: Morgue Technician Part Time or Days
Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Requisition ID: 230406