Class Code: 02202
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE
FORENSIC MORGUE ATTENDANT
Receives, logs in, stores, and releases
bodies that are brought to the Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner for
autopsy; cleans autopsy suites, associated examination areas, equipment and
cleans/autoclaves instruments for postmortem examinations; performs related
work as required.
The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
Receives, logs in, stores,
and releases human remains and personal effects from/to authorized personnel
(funeral homes and law enforcement).
Maintains logbooks/records
associated with the receipt, storage, and release of human remains and personal
effects); answers telephone during non-business hours; records information and
communicates it to the individual (Forensic Pathologist and/or Medicolegal
Death Investigator) on-call.
Prepares/gathers autopsy
paperwork for each new case and has all documents available for review by the
Forensic Pathologist and Medicolegal Death Investigator prior to the start of
the autopsy; originates new case file folders, labels, and autopsy paperwork;
assists with standard record keeping, labeling of photographic slides, and
filing of paraffin tissue blocks and microscopic slides.
Cleans/autoclaves instruments and sets them up
for use the following day; cleans autopsy suites, associated examination areas,
receiving bay, refrigerated storage units, morgue attendant night quarters,
receiving area, break room, vending area, and other areas nightly.
Keeps premises secure by
adhering to security protocols established by the Iowa Office of the State Medical
Examiner for the receiving and release of human remains during non-business
hours; maintains proper documentation and chain of custody of evidence,
clothing, personal effects, and deceased individual.
Helps with general
clerical duties (i.e., data entry, photocopying, receiving, opening and sorting
mail, etc.) and assists Autopsy Technicians with restocking/ordering of autopsy
and investigative supplies.
Displays high level of
organizational and time management skills.
Displays polite, courteous,
and cooperative mannerisms to internal and external clients and customers to
meet their needs.
Ability to follow
instructions and pay attention to detail.
Ability to observe and
record facts clearly, accurately, and legibly.
Ability to work
independently and at times as part of a team.
Ability to tolerate and
work with unpleasant sights, sounds, and odors in a sometimes stressful
environment.
Ability to perform
office/clerical functions (typing, photocopying, data entry, etc.).
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or
unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with internal and external
clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative
manner. Committed to quality service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort and
commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention
to detail.
Responds appropriately to supervision. Makes an effort to follow policy and
cooperate with supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Fosters commitment and team spirit.
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.
Graduation from High
School with Diploma or G.E.D.
Incumbent must have valid
Iowa Driver’s License.
Incumbent must be able
to move heavy objects (bodies up to 300 pounds) by oneself or with the
assistance of another.
Incumbent must be able to
travel at a moment’s notice (during shift) anywhere in the state of Iowa.
Incumbent must be able to
work alone and during non-business hours.
Effective Date:
2/04 JG