Morgue Attendant (2520) - San Francisco Department of Public Health - (EXEMPT)
Core
Transfers remains and surgical specimens, prepares bodies for post-mortem examinations, assists with autopsies, and maintains morgue and autopsy room cleanliness.
Role type
Morgue Attendant (hands-on IC)
Builds
Post-mortem examination readiness and specimen preparation for reference laboratories
Domain
Public Health / Mortuary Science
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manual dexterity, physical stamina, specimen handling, body preparation, temperature monitoring, waste disposal, data logging
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Hospital morgue database
Responsibilities
Transferring remains to autopsy room, wrapping bodies in refrigerated compartments, preparing bodies for release after examination, performing specimen dissection, cleaning autopsy rooms, disposing of chemical and biological waste, logging patient information, preparing deceased for family viewing
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC