Supervisor Pathology - Mortality Service

Supervisor Pathology - Mortality Service

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: 8a-5p; M-F with wknds and additional hrs as needed

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary:


Ensures the efficient operation and effective supervision of the Mortality Service. Creates an optimal environment for all phases of the Mortality Service operation, including after death activities, autopsy performance, final disposition protocols and resource utilization. Provides training and orientation to mortality staff, students, residents, and other hospital departments as necessary. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor of Science Degree in related field, Mortuary Science Degree, OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in addition to the experience stated below. Experience in Mortality Service. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong computer skills. Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Preferred: Supervisory experience. Problem solving skills. Physical Requirements: May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day. May need to sit or stand for extended periods. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. May need to lift 30-50 pounds up to the shoulders, and 50 pounds above the shoulders with or without assistance, on occasion. Ability to push/pull up to 400 pounds on a mortuary cart throughout the hospital Ability to transfer up to 400 pounds from a morgue cart to an autopsy table with or without assistance Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids. Ability to effectively communicate face-to-face, via phone, email, and other communications.