Responsibilities

The District Five Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking applicants for consideration for the position of Forensic Autopsy Technician. The office is a free-standing, N.A.M.E. accredited, facility based in Leesburg, FL, that investigates deaths in a five county jurisdiction. This is a private agency that contracts with the counties that it serves. The Forensic Autopsy Technicians working in this office are responsible for a wide variety of duties, including: assisting pathologists with autopsies and external examinations, preparing accurate records of processing, photographing bodies and evidence, maintaining morgue areas, supplies and equipment, overseeing the release of bodies to funeral homes, performing radiographs, assisting with the collection and labeling of evidentiary materials including toxicology and other laboratory samples.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or GED. Preference will be given to those with experience in evisceration techniques and morgue operations. The Forensic Technician must have the ability to operate a morgue stretcher, move decedents of various sizes (ability to lift 150lbs) and conditions and occasionally work long hours under adverse conditions. Applicants must pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks. Strong attention to detail and basic computer skills are a necessity. The Forensic Autopsy Technician must have the ability to promote a spirit of teamwork and maintain good communication with all members of the office so that details are not overlooked.

Compensation

This is a full time, non-exempt position with a schedule inclusive of weekends and holidays. The position offers an attractive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, paid vacation time and holidays, a 401K retirement plan and continuing training and education opportunities. The starting salary for a Forensic Autopsy Technician is $18.00/hour commensurate with experience.

How to apply

Interested, qualified applicants should forward (email preferred) a cover letter, a resume and professional references to:
Angel Colon Flores
Morgue Supervisor
Districts 5 & 24 Medical Examiner's Office
809 Pine Street
Leesburg, FL 3474
Angel.colonflores@marionfl.org