Role OverviewThe Forensic Mortuary Technician I assists the Mortuary Operations Supervisors in day-to-day unit operations and performs various tasks related to mortuary procedures, including decedent handling, incident reporting, and operating the OCME Case Management System. This role is part of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, which investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from various causes. The core values of CARES guide the work of the Office, emphasizing commitment, accountability, resilience, excellence, and service.
What You Will Do
The main day-to-day responsibilities of the Forensic Mortuary Technician I include performing mortuary procedures, preparing incident reports, operating the OCME Case Management System, ensuring the mortuary areas are clean and stocked, and reporting complaints and incidents. The technician will also perform various tasks such as weighing remains, lifting remains into storage compartments, and operating a motor vehicle to and from death scenes.
Why It Might Be a Fit
To be a fit for this role, candidates should have experience in mortuary and/or autopsy work, with a high school diploma or equivalent. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, adhere to unit policies and procedures, and take fingerprints of remains. The selected candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample by swabbing and may be required to work 24 hours during emergency events.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of full-time satisfactory experience in mortuary and/or autopsy work
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to adhere to unit policies and procedures
- Ability to take fingerprints of remains
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Learning budget
- Parental leave
- Wellness programs
- Visa/relocation assistance
- Remote flexibility
- Stipends
- Bonus/commission
- Paid holidays
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