MORTUARY TECHNICIAN

About the Role

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) is seeking a Mortuary Technician to join our team in Al-Ahsa or Dhahran. This is a full-time technical position responsible for the dignified, safe, and hygienic operation of the hospital mortuary. The role ensures strict adherence to Ministry of Health (MOH) infection control protocols, maintains the physical chain of custody for deceased patients, and manages environmental safety standards within the cold storage facility. This position requires 0-1 years of experience.

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, including shrouding and bagging, for high-risk infectious bodies (*, COVID-19, MERS).
• Assist forensic authorities with body identification and sample preservation in cases requiring police involvement.
• Physically release bodies to authorized families or municipality services, ensuring all protocols are followed.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 0-1 years of relevant experience is required for this position.
• Demonstrated understanding and adherence to infection control protocols, particularly those set by the Ministry of Health.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Work Environment

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

Application Process

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.