Johns Hopkins Hospital
Autopsy Technician
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Autopsy Technician
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Johns Hopkins Hospital .
Requisition #: 659630 | Location: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD 21287 | Category: Laboratory/Pathology | Schedule: Day Shift | Employment Type: Full Time
The Johns Hopkins Hospital is a world‑renowned leader in patient care, serving the greater Baltimore community and patients from all across the globe.
What Awaits You?
Career growth and development.
Tuition Assistance.
Diverse and collaborative working environment.
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package.
Location Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Shift Full Time (40 hours). Day Shift: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of the Autopsy Service, the Pathologist's Assistant Supervisor or assigned PAII‑Autopsy, performs technical procedures involving post‑mortem examinations, including evisceration, brain removal, and any special studies such as photography, radiography, angiography, collection of cultures, blood and other fluids; and fixation and distention of organs.
Properly stores gross specimens and tissues.
Performs proper disposal of hazardous waste. Responsible for filing, locating, and retrieving archived autopsy materials.
Ensures adequate level of supplies, maintenance of equipment and overall cleanliness and order of the autopsy area.
May be required to take DOT training for specimen shipping.
May also provide cross‑coverage (with appropriate training) in other Anatomic Pathology laboratories as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Education
Requires a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of college‑level coursework in anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, medical terminology or related experience as acquired through at least one year of additional training or related courses/experience in laboratory, autopsy, mortuary or related fields.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of 2 years in autopsy, mortuary science, funeral service or related laboratory experience.
Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
Salary Range: Minimum $21.56/hour - Maximum $35.60/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Autopsy Technician
role at
Johns Hopkins Hospital .
Requisition #: 659630 | Location: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD 21287 | Category: Laboratory/Pathology | Schedule: Day Shift | Employment Type: Full Time
The Johns Hopkins Hospital is a world‑renowned leader in patient care, serving the greater Baltimore community and patients from all across the globe.
What Awaits You?
Career growth and development.
Tuition Assistance.
Diverse and collaborative working environment.
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package.
Location Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Shift Full Time (40 hours). Day Shift: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of the Autopsy Service, the Pathologist's Assistant Supervisor or assigned PAII‑Autopsy, performs technical procedures involving post‑mortem examinations, including evisceration, brain removal, and any special studies such as photography, radiography, angiography, collection of cultures, blood and other fluids; and fixation and distention of organs.
Properly stores gross specimens and tissues.
Performs proper disposal of hazardous waste. Responsible for filing, locating, and retrieving archived autopsy materials.
Ensures adequate level of supplies, maintenance of equipment and overall cleanliness and order of the autopsy area.
May be required to take DOT training for specimen shipping.
May also provide cross‑coverage (with appropriate training) in other Anatomic Pathology laboratories as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Education
Requires a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of college‑level coursework in anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, medical terminology or related experience as acquired through at least one year of additional training or related courses/experience in laboratory, autopsy, mortuary or related fields.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of 2 years in autopsy, mortuary science, funeral service or related laboratory experience.
Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
Salary Range: Minimum $21.56/hour - Maximum $35.60/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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