Diener

Location Address:

2800 10th Ave
Receiving Dock
Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311


Date Posted:

October 30, 2026

Department:

72006389 Central Lab Pathology

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

0

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• Casual position (0.0 FTE) with on-call requirements
• Day/evening shifts
• No weekends

Job Description:

Assists with post-mortem examinations and is responsible for related autopsy room area functions including; eviscerations and post-evisceration procedures, cleaning and maintaining the autopsy space, and collecting and storing gross tissues collected.

Principle Responsibilities

• Assists pathologists in autopsy procedures.
  • Assists with the performance of eviscerations and post-eviscerations procedures.
  • Describes position and condition of internal organs, and condition of body fluids, and any other relevant observations to the pathologist.
  • Coordinates the receiving and releasing of bodies.
  • Labels and stores gross tissues collected during the performance of postmortem examinations.
• Collect specimen and record information.
  • Weighs organs and records results.
  • Aseptically collects specimens for cultures.
  • Measures body fluids and records results.
  • Transports organs and takes photographs as directed.
• Prepare body and supplies.
  • Identifies and prepares body prior to beginning autopsy.
  • Prepares instruments and supplies according to autopsy type.
  • Tracks instruments (scissors, hemostats, blades, knives, forceps, etc.) throughout procedure.
• Maintains a safe clean working area in the morgue.
  • Stocks all necessary supplies including personal protective equipment.
  • Records and maintains all required preventative maintenance records.
  • Cleans and disinfects autopsy area and items used according to current infection control policy.
  • Keeps knives sharp and bone saw clean.
• Quality.
  • Performs and documents QC; takes appropriate remedial action following established guidelines.
  • Submits QC data for analysis at appropriate times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description, and High school diploma or GED preferred
• 0 to 2 years experience in anatomic procedures or
• 2 to 5 years experience in a large hospital Pathology Lab

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science related field

Physical Demands

• Heavy Work:
• Lifting weight up to 100 lbs. occasionally, up to 50 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $35.61 to $48.81 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.