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Closing Date: April 9th, 2023

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office is charged with investigating and determining the cause and manner in each case of sudden, unexpected, or unusual death.

Job Summary: The Forensic Assistant position supports the forensic pathologist in all aspects of autopsy performance while maintaining the entire autopsy area in compliance with national accreditation, safety and hygiene standards. This job exists to safeguard the privacy, property and security of persons and materials entrusted to the care of the Medical Examiner's office.

Job Responsibilities: Under supervision:

• Perform pre-autopsy tasks. Generate all necessary paperwork for daily caseload, move bodies (sometimes upwards of 400lbs.) to and from autopsy suite, take necessary photographs, assist in the collection of trace evidence, and maintain chain of custody.
• Perform autopsy tasks. Open torso and head, eviscerate/weigh organs, draw and label specimens. When necessary, instruct MCW residents on evisceration techniques. Follow directive of pathologist for any additional support. Suture body, clean, and prepare body for release.
• Operate and Perform digital X-rays. Prepare and maintain digital x-ray equipment as needed. Position decedents for imaging exams and produce diagnostic images of injuries or lack thereof, as well as images of unique identifying features, while also ensuring safety of employees. Maintain back-up storage of all equipment.
• Perform post-autopsy tasks. Prepare tissue specimens and organs for further study. Generate additional paperwork, maintain accurate written and computer records of caseload and other inventories, scan all necessary paperwork. Transport specimens/materials to/from service location.
• Maintain autopsy area and equipment. Maintain cleanliness of autopsy suite in accordance with OSHA and industry standards. Maintain cleanliness and integrity of all equipment, tools and instruments, and ensure adequate inventory stock of all autopsy supplies. Dispose of specimens and tissue as directed.
• Assist in admission/release of bodies and property when necessary.
• High volume and variable work demand and deadlines which impose strain on a routine basis. Direct contact with distressed individuals in the immediate work environment.
• Subject to loud noises and offensive smells over 75% of work time; routine contact with infectious diseases, including Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, TB, HIV, Hep-C, etc.
• Perform additional duties, including maintaining archives and other projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a current resident of the state of Wisconsin.
• Have a current Wisconsin Driver's License which can be maintained throughout employment
• Possess an associate degree in human Anatomy, Biology, Mortuary Science, Surgical Technology OR must possess a minimum of sixty (60) college level credits from an accredited college/university.
• At least one (1) year of experience working in a hospital/clinical lab OR in a role where you performed cadaver prep/transport/recovery is required.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs AND push/pull up to 100lbs on a frequent basis; as well as 400lbs with assistant when needed.
• Ability to work in an environment with loud noises and offensive smells over 75% of work time.
• Experience using syringes, needles, tape measures, scissors, thermometers, bone saws, scalpels, “T”, personal computers, x-ray equipment, and a digital camera is preferred.
• Note: Position requires a criminal background check; felony and some misdemeanor convictions would be a barrier to employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of criminal and/or civil investigative procedures; knowledge of the methods, principles and practices of human anatomy and physiology, and medical and legal terminology; knowledge of basic photography methods; skill in the use of computer word processing applications; interviewing and report writing skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to handle cadavers; ability to lift and transfer bodies; ability to hear and see to perform work safely; ability to stand, sit or move for long periods of time; ability to perform physically demanding investigations; ability to work in an environment which may include unpleasant sights, sounds and smells; ability to communicate with law enforcement personnel, fire department personnel, health care providers, families, funeral directors, and the general public; and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL EXAMINATION is open to qualified candidates who currently reside in the state of Wisconsin. An on-line application may be filed at www.jobs.milwaukeecounty.org. Candidates will be asked to submit a full account of their training and experience, and may be asked to take a written or performance test as part of the selection.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION.

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.

Effective October 1, 2021, Milwaukee County will require all employees to have completed COVID-19 vaccinations and provide proof of vaccination or have submitted a completed medical or religious exemption and accommodation request. All persons offered a position will be required to provide proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination at time of hire or have submitted a completed medical or religious exemption and accommodation request and been approved for an accommodation prior to hire.


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