AUTOPSY TECHNICIAN IV (HE-13) [1 vacancy]

The Department of the Medical Examiner is hiring an Autopsy Technician IV, located in Honolulu. The Autopsy Technician IV is a working supervisor, who supervises Autopsy Technician I, II, and III personnel, manages the morgue, and supports the daily operation including postmortem examinations and body storage, in addition to performing regular tasks of Autopsy Technicians. This position provides day-to-day operational management of the morgue section and assists in routine administrative coordination.

What You Will Do:

• Provides technical assistance to pathologists in all types of postmortem examinations, including preparation for examinations.
• Performs requested body and dental x-ray examinations in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Schedules, assigns, coordinates, and reviews the work of all Autopsy Technicians (AT).
• Investigates all accidents and complaints concerning the ATs while performing their official duties. 
• Reviews daily work of ATs for completeness and adequacy of autopsy assistance and management of body storage and release.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Special Working Conditions:

This position involves working in a morgue environment and may involve exposure to:

• Health hazards: X-ray radiation; chemicals, including formaldehyde; potentially airborne pathogens; and blood and other potentially infectious materials.

• Environmental conditions: Decomposed human remains, strong or unpleasant odors, insects, and other animal vectors.

• Physical and occupational hazards: Lifting and moving human remains; use of scalpels, needles, and other sharp instruments; and operation of electrical equipment.

Appropriate safety procedures, training, and personal protective equipment will be provided. Hepatitis B vaccination is also provided.

The normal work schedule is 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. However, this position may be required to respond to calls or text messages and/or report to the morgue outside regular working hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs require.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.




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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:  
Equivalent to graduation from high school.  Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
One (1) year of work experience equivalent to the next lower level; including or supplemented by work experience demonstrating aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory responsibilities or aspects. 

Supervisory aptitude or potential may be demonstrated through:

• Serving as a group or team leader, or performing similar work that provides opportunities to demonstrate supervisory capabilities;

• Completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or

• Receiving favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

The next lower level is Autopsy Technician III, which requires a high level of technical proficiency in performing advanced procedures and specialized duties associated with the most complex postmortem examinations.

Must be able to:

• Understand human anatomy and the proper use, care, and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Apply methods and procedures for the care and preparation of human remains for post-mortem examination.
• Recognize and follow appropriate safety procedures when working with and around X-ray equipment and human remains.
• Apply techniques for reconstructing bone structures and assembling disarticulated skeletal remains.
• Apply the principles and practices of supervision, including planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, and training employees.
• Assist with post-mortem examinations, including evisceration and the collection and preparation of specimens.
• Safely and effectively use surgical instruments and equipment to make incisions and excise specimens.
• Properly position human remains for radiographic examination and calculate appropriate exposure settings.
• Reconstruct bone structures and assemble disarticulated skeletal remains.
• Follow established safety procedures when working with X-ray equipment, chemicals, biological materials, and human remains.
• Apply a mature, professional, and respectful approach that recognizes the dignity of the deceased.
• Plan, assign, review, and evaluate work and provide training and guidance to other employees.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application.  Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating.  All information provided on an application is subject to verification.  As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.  

MEDICAL EVALUATION:

Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a pre-employment medical evaluation and drug test administered by the City's Health Services. Employment is contingent upon meeting the established medical and testing requirements.