Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Executive Administrative Assistant, this position will be responsible for providing secretarial services to all morgue operations personnel including the pathologists and administrative staff.
Duties
- Maintains an organized filing system of paper and electronic documents relating to the Office of the Medical Examiner.
- Maintains the chain of custody in the maintenance and transfer of evidence and documentation (including but not limited to photographs, case reports, death certificates, and microscope slides).
- Performs secretarial duties for pathologists and administrative staff, as required.
- Answers telephones and records messages.
- Performs other related duties as required or requested.
Knowledge
- Basic accounting and business principles.
- Medical terminology.
- Conflict de-escalation.
Skills
- Microsoft Office products.
Abilities
- Perform transcription and type documents quickly and accurately.
- Communicates and interacts effectively and professionally with internal stakeholders, medical staff, police, visitors, etc.
- Display sensitivity and empathy when interacting with grieving families.
- Prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously within a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one (1) year experience in administrative services.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status.
Residency
Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference
Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.