Job Description

Morgue Assistant

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Receives, photographs, tags and appropriately stores decedents along with associated evidence, valuables and personal effects

Undresses, washes, weighs, measures and photographs decedents in preparation for autopsy examination

Assists in opening abdominal, thoracic and cranial cavities during autopsy and removes, weighs and measures organ and fluid specimens

Closes postmortem incisions utilizing surgical needles and sutures and ensures proper storage of decedents until release

Performs and processes x-rays and CT scans of bodies and specimens. Obtains 40-hour CT scan training and radiation safety training. Maintains continuing education credits for CT scans. Wears radiation badge to detect yearly exposure amounts of radiation for reporting purposes.

Fingerprints decedents prior to release, using specialized fingerprinting techniques as required and confirms adequate identification photographs were taken

Obtains, labels and transports specimens to Toxicology section

Enters data regarding decedents evidence and personal effects into the computer system

Maintains inventory of evidence and/or property in a secure environment ensuring the protection and preservation of the chain of custody

Inventories medications of decedents and secures them appropriately

Maintains recovered osteological and skeletal specimens under appropriate conditions and security

Contacts funeral homes regarding release and pick up of decedents

Cleans and maintains autopsy trays, surgical instruments and equipment, body coolers, and the morgue work areas

Receipts funds from decedents buried under the County's pauper burial program, when required

May testify in a court of law regarding procedures of handling, inventory and maintenance of decedents, evidence and/or property held in custody

Performs related duties as required

Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Job Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED.

3 years general office and administrative experience; additional education in a related field may be submitted for experience.

Knowledge of human anatomy; knowledge of and skill in the utilization of radiological techniques; knowledge of health and safety standards and practices.

Knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet software; knowledge of basic office procedures.

Skill in filing and organizing of material; skill in operating personal computer and basic office equipment.

Ability to understand and follow instruction and strict operating procedures; ability to maintain records; ability to compile data and organize reports.

Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, outside agencies and the general public.

Availability to work 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday, and some Saturdays, 8 am - noon.

Salary Range: $23.19 - $28.99 hourly based on qualifications

Closing Date: Upon filling position

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