Office of Decedent Affairs Specialist
Job ID 368710 Date posted 10/16/2025- Rochester, Minnesota
- Part Time
- Laboratory Medicine & Pathology
- Remote: No
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- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
As an Office of Decedent Affairs Specialist, you will facilitate care through meeting and discussions with decedent families both ante and postmortem. You will be utilizing electronic medical records systems for review and identification of medical examiner reportable criteria as required by Minnesota statute, and within laboratory information systems (LIS) for documentation of deaths and postmortem examinations. You will coordinate transportation of remains to the morgue, and ensure that all documentation is complete, and compliant with regulatory agencies. You will be responsible for preparing the preliminary postmortem examination documentation, case accessioning, and decedent release documentation while incorporating appropriate resources as necessary. You will actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
*Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with two years of related experience is required.
Additional Qualifications
- Education in social sciences, mortuary science, medical technology, chemistry or biological science is preferred.
- Experience in handling sensitive subject matter and/or interacting with grieving families.
- Familiar with the institutional fetal and patient death policies and death packet requirements.
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills and is able to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, personable and articulate manner.
- Ability to convey a positive and professional attitude regarding the Office of Decedent Affairs and the department and to maintain a positive self-image through appearance and actions.
- Ability to troubleshoot processes through independent decision making.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of individuals.
- Capable of performing under time constraints, multi-tasking and working in a changing environment.
Application Requirements
*All must be included for your application to be considered:
- CV/Resume
- Cover letter
- Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted) or NACES detailed international equivalency for foreign degrees.
- Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.
**DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor.
***Non-DLMP internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than 1 year must attach early release approval from supervisor.
*International transcript:
- MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation.
- MUST show US equivalent degree.
- Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
$31.79 - $47.71/ hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Benefits Eligible
No
Schedule
Part Time
Hours/Pay Period
Supplemental/ODA, as needed based on staffing
Schedule Details
ODA is a 24/7/365 team. Standard shifts are 7 pm - 7:30 am and 7 am - 7:30 pm but can be adjusted, depending on staffing and need.
Weekend Schedule
ODA is a 24/7/365 team. Standard shifts are 7 pm - 7:30 am and 7 am - 7:30 pm but can be adjusted, depending on staffing and need.
International Assignment
No
Site Description
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Rhonda Wilson
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