Salary: $20.0000 per hour
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.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one (1) year experience in administrative services.
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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.
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.
Overview:
Duties:
- Maintains an organized filing system of paper and electronic documents relating to the Office of the Medical Examiner.
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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).
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Performs secretarial duties for pathologists and administrative staff, as required.
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Answers telephones and records messages.
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Performs other related duties as required or requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Basic accounting and business principles.
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Medical terminology.
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Conflict de-escalation.
Skill in:
- Microsoft Office products.
Ability to:
- Perform transcription and type documents quickly and accurately.
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Communicates and interacts effectively and professionally with internal stakeholders, medical staff, police, visitors, etc.
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Display sensitivity and empathy when interacting with grieving families.
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Prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously within a fast-paced environment.
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Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills.
Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D
