Forensic Morgue Technician at Crime Scene Resources, Inc Houston, TX

Overview Forensic Morgue Technician job at Crime Scene Resources, Inc. Houston, TX. Duties Assist pathologists during post-mortem examination including opening the thoracic, abdominal and cranial cavities. Close post-mortem incisions and facilitate storage of decedents. Fingerprints decedents following post-mortem examination. Accept, preserve, and be accountable for clothing, property, and valuables belonging to decedents. Perform x-rays as needed for forensic studies. Work the morgue control desk as needed, including releasing decedents and personal property to establishments bearing authority from next of kin, and accurately entering information into the database. Record and reconcile decedent inventory on a daily basis. Maintain safety, sanitation, and custodial conditions of the morgue on a daily basis. Participate in special studies of the morgue as directed by the Director of Morgue & Histology Services. Provide assistance to other Medical Examiner staff as needed or requested by the Director of Morgue & Histology Services or Morgue Services Supervisor. Other Duties This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Requirements All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 30 wpm and 85% accuracy. Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below. Educational and Documentation Requirements Attachments required at time of application:

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A HANDWRITING SAMPLE (INCLUDING A SAMPLE OF HANDWRITTEN NUMBERS) Education: Associate of Arts/Science degree or equivalent (60 college hours) from an accredited college or university in Biological Sciences, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Physical Anthropology, or a related field. Additional Requirements Must pass Harris County Clerical Test with a score of at least 85% on all sections including a typing score of 30 wpm with 85% accuracy. Must provide a DNA sample to be maintained by the Forensic Genetics Laboratory for quality assurance purposes. Must have good written and verbal communication skills. Must demonstrate basic computer skills to include standard Microsoft Office applications. Licensure Must maintain a valid driver’s license for the duration of employment. Physical Requirements Physical strength to move and lift decedents weighing over 200 pounds from stretcher to autopsy table and storage using acceptable techniques. Must have full range of motion and finger dexterity for grasping, holding, and pushing to handle a variety of tools for evisceration and suturing of decedents. Must be physically able to stand for extended periods of time and tolerate unpleasant odors from decomposed decedents. Must be able to effectively don and doff appropriate personal protective equipment (including N95 mask, gown, face protection, as well as self-contained breathing apparatus as required). Ability to wear personal protective gear for extended periods (hours) while assisting with postmortem examinations. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must maintain the confidentiality and integrity of applicable information. Must possess the ability to deal physically and psychologically with death and human remains in various stages of decomposition, disease and trauma. Must pass criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening (prior to and randomly during employment). Preferences Bilingual in English and Spanish #J-18808-Ljbffr Carlsbad Tech