Forensic Morgue Aide job at Crime Scene Resources, Inc Houston, TX, US

Job Description

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Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provides general clerical support in the morgue as needed / directed
Handles incoming / outgoing phone calls with funeral homes, decedent families, and Department staff
Reviews all release documents for completeness and accuracy.
Completes primary and secondary verification of information as entered into the Department’s case management system
Retrieves decedents from morgue coolers and verifies identification bands to facilitate decedent release. Handles the release of decedent personal property to family or funeral home
Maintains daily decedent inventory count
Ensures decedent fingerprints are taken prior to release and takes decedent fingerprints to facilitate release as needed
Maintains cleanliness of work areas and assists with daily laundry responsibilities

Requirements

Education:

High School Diploma or GED completion

Licensure:

Maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle

Additional Requirements:

Must pass the HRRM Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 45 wpm and 85% accuracy.
Must pass criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening (prior to and randomly during employment)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Professional demeanor in dealing with a diverse set of outside callers and coworkers; desire to make customer service a priority
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with pathologists, decedent family members, funeral home staff, law enforcement, and medical/legal audiences
Follow all morgue and safety procedures in the handling and release of decedent remains, assuring that chains of custody aren’t breached, and confidentiality and integrity of information are maintained
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, prioritizing and handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office

Preferences

Language: Bilingual in English/ Spanish

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