MORTUARY TECHNICIAN Al Hassa

About the Role

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare is seeking a Mortuary Technician to join their team in Al Qatif. This is a full-time technical position responsible for ensuring the dignified, safe, and hygienic operation of the hospital mortuary. The role involves strict adherence to Ministry of Health (MOH) infection control protocols, maintaining the physical chain of custody for deceased patients, and managing environmental safety standards within the cold storage facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive bodies from clinical wards, verifying "Dual Identifier" tags and accurately documenting the chain of custody in the Morgue Register.
• Monitor and record temperature and humidity levels of cold chambers in accordance with established policies and procedures, reporting any deviations immediately.
• Coordinate terminal cleaning and disinfection of storage units, hydraulic lifts, and all surfaces using hospital-grade agents.
• Apply specific MOH precautions, such as shrouding or bagging, for bodies identified as High-Risk Infectious (*, COVID-19, MERS).
• Assist forensic authorities with body identification and sample preservation in cases requiring police involvement.
• Physically release bodies to authorized family members or municipality services.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates should possess 0-1 year of relevant experience.
• A strong understanding of infection control protocols, particularly those mandated by the Ministry of Health, is essential.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Work Environment

This role operates within a hospital mortuary setting, requiring adherence to strict safety and hygiene standards. The position is based in Al Ahsaa and is a full-time commitment.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the primary activities, duties, and responsibilities for the Mortuary Technician role. Please note that duties and responsibilities may be subject to change at any time with or without prior notice.