Coroner Technician I/II

Duties:

Under general supervision

• Assists forensic pathologists with autopsy examinations by performing technical procedures as directed by providing tools, equipment, and solutions;
• Preparing bodies before and after the autopsy by disposing of organs, tissues and fluids;
• Using a variety of techniques to prepare medical-legal evidence;
• Identifying and releasing bodies;
• Maintaining facility in a safe sanitary condition;
• Performing a variety of clerical work; and
• Completing other duties related to morgue services.

Requirements:

Knowledge of

• Basic human anatomy and physiology as applied to conducting autopsies.
• Basic medical terminology.
• Basic radiographic techniques, methods, operations; film processing and development; maintenance of radiographic equipment.
• Basic principles of photography.
• Procedures and practices related to the receipt and release of the dead human body.
• Chain of evidence techniques.
• Purpose and objectives of a coroner's office.
• Universal safety precautions and aseptic techniques.
• Techniques involved in handling and preparing bodies for autopsy examination.
• Methods and procedures for care of surgical instruments and autopsy equipment.
• Modern office technology and equipment.
• Customer service principles and techniques.

Ability to

• Handle death in a mature and respectful manner.
• Tolerate unpleasant aspects associated with traumatic death, bodies of deceased persons in various stages of decomposition, odors, and larva.
• Learn and apply procedures and tests required to assist pathologist in an autopsy exam.
• Photograph bodies.
• Maintain accurate records; perform routine clerical work and data entry.
• Work with law enforcement staff on high profile cases.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work with the public under highly emotional and stressful situations.
• Interact with people of various cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Either: Successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units in natural science, Emergency Medical Technology, Paramedicine, or other coursework in a field related to the intent of the class, from an accredited college or university.
• OR: One year of full-time experience, paid or volunteer, assisting pathologists in performing autopsies using a variety of techniques to prepare specimens and/or evidence.

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