As a nationally accredited program with a strong educational component in The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, the Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI) investigates any death occurring across the state of New Mexico that is sudden, violent, untimely, unexpected or where a person is found dead and the cause of death is unknown. The OMI, which is a special program within the Department of Pathology, determines the cause and manner of death in these cases, and provides formal death certification.

OMI is currently looking for an Autopsy Techs to join our team. The chosen candidate will be assisting pathologists with collection of evidence and examinations of decedents. We are looking for applicants with a strong work ethic and who are able to follow complex instruction. Candidates must be able to work in a lab setting and follow protocols for sanitation, infection control, and safety. The position also requires data entry and a high degree of attention to detail. Our ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and resilience. The candidate will work in an area where they may be exposed to toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, blood-borne pathogens and noxious odors.

If you are the candidate we are looking for, we encourage you to apply.

Work on holidays and weekends is required. The physical component of the position also requires strenuous work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects, sometimes over 300 pounds. OMI is a 24/7 facility, and this position is unionized. Schedule is determined by bid.

For more information please visit: https://hsc.unm.edu/omi/

See the Position Description for additional information.

• May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.
• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

High school diploma or GED; successful completion of at least 3 credit hours of college-level coursework related to the duties and responsibilities specified; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. An additional 4 months of directly related experience may be substituted for successful completion of at least 3 credit hours of college-level coursework related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Great team attitude
• Knowledge of autopsy processes, chemicals, and sterile procedures
• Inventory and records management practices
• Knowledge of CT imaging procedures and equipment
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Ability to work under complex and/or stressful situations
• Ability to manipulate decedents for clinical examination

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.