Forensic Pathology Assistant - FORENSIC SCIENCE CENTER Job at Sedgwick County, Wichita, KS

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  • Sedgwick County
  • Wichita, KS

Job Description

Department: FORENSIC SCIENCE CENTER

Pay:   $20.10 per hour  

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with Saturday rotation  

 

 

Provides assistance to forensic pathologists during autopsies. Responsible for tracking and processing all evidentiary material collected at autopsy, receiving and releasing bodies and property, maintaining statistical database and general housekeeping upkeep of pathology division. The position is also responsible for medical photography as required by the pathologist.

 

Assist pathologist during autopsy

  • Performing evisceration with case specific variances
  • Ensure proper collection of specimens for subsequent analyses and/or examination
  • Collect postmortem fingerprints
  • Prepare, process and distribute histology specimens from autopsies. Maintain histology log and computer database
  • Maintain chain of custody on postmortem specimens, personal property, and all evidence collected at autopsy
  • Collect, prepare and process DNA samples from autopsies. Maintain DNA sample computer database
  • Perform and maintain appropriate documentation associated with autopsy

 

Perform postmortem radiographs and photographs at the request of pathologist

  • Perform medical photography, digital image processing
  • Maintain photo log and computer database
  • Maintain photo/digital imaging equipment

 

Receive and release decedents

  • Prepare bodies
  • Coordinate release with funeral home staff including any personal property released under chain of custody
  • Ensure proper documentation received and retained

 

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma and two years of college coursework in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, anthropology, forensic science, or a related field. One year experience in a lab setting or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, anthropology, forensic science, or a related field with significant coursework in human anatomy. Two years of experience in a lab setting.

 

It is the policy of Sedgwick County not to discriminate in its programs or services provided to the general public, including employment and all other activities, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other similarly protected status. Sedgwick County is committed to making the application, interview, and pre-employment testing process accessible to persons with disabilities. If you wish to volunteer information regarding any special assistance you may need, please notify Human Resources by phone at (316) 660-7050, TDD (Kansas Relay at 711 or 800-766-3777). Do not use this phone number for employment questions. This number is provided only for those requiring ADA assistance. You will be contacted should the department feel that you are a qualified candidate.

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Hourly pay, Saturday, Monday to Friday,

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