Anatomical Services Professional 2–3 RX

Job Summary

Job Title	Anatomical Services Professional 2 RX	Anatomical Services Professional 3 RX
Job Code	004488	005408
Bargaining Unit	RX	RX
FLSA	Non-Exempt	Non-Exempt
Generic Scope	Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments / projects / tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action.	Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems / issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.
Custom Scope	Applies acquired knowledge of anatomical donation protocols and biospecimen handling procedures to complete substantive tissue collection, preparation, and distribution assignments of moderate scope and complexity. Exercises judgment within established safety guidelines and donation protocols to determine appropriate action in tissue repository operations.	Applies comprehensive understanding of anatomical donation protocols and biospecimen management to independently perform the full range of tissue repository responsibilities; possesses broad knowledge of donation procedures, regulatory compliance, and research support; analyzes complex donation scenarios and determines appropriate solutions.
Key Resp 01	Ensures proper handling, preservation and transport of biospecimen materials following all established protocols.	Ensures quality control throughout all anatomical donation and biospecimen management processes.
Key Resp 02	Assists in recovering and preparing  human anatomical materials for dissection, fixation, and freezing. Prepares biologic specimens according to specifications.	Independently performs extraction, preparation, examination, analysis, storage, and distribution of human biospecimen materials.
Key Resp 03	Ensures all equipment, instruments, and facilities are properly cleaned, maintained, and sterilized.	Assists with daily operations. Trains staff and ensures compliance with standards and procedures. May assign work tasks to junior staff members.
Key Resp 04	Coordinates inventory of anatomical lab equipment and supplies.	Orders laboratory supplies. Prepares and maintains stock solutions for laboratory research processes.
Key Resp 05	Participates in record keeping, including specimen tracking, death certificates, permits, and crematory logs.	Maintains detailed records for specimen tracking and statistical information. Provides data for progress reports,  grants, and research manuscripts.
Key Resp 06	Obtains medical records, enters and organizes donor information within data management systems, and maintains accurate donor files.	Manages legal and regulatory documentation for anatomical donations. Suggests improvements to existing protocols to improve efficiency.
Key Resp 07	Coordinates autopsy scheduling with mortuaries, hospitals, and Pathology.	Recommends autopsy cases for tissue requests. Prioritizes requests and arranges tissue distribution to scientific investigators.
Key Resp 08	Provides support to the Body Donation Program and Anatomical Preparation Morgue.	Organizes educational seminars, outreach, and promotes the availability of biospecimens to scientific investigators.
Key Resp 09	Performs blood draw and submits samples for serological testing and disease assessment.	Ensures proper preparation of tissue requests and maintains high standards for specimen quality and documentation.
Key Resp 10	Submits death certificates collaborating with healthcare professionals and county health department officials.	Actively monitors and ensures compliance with safety regulations when handling biohazardous materials.
Key Resp 11	Under direction, operates crematory or disposal units and maintains accurate records.	Distributes autopsy results to families and physicians. Manages sensitive communications regarding donation outcomes.
Key Resp 12	Organizes and maintains accurate inventory of anatomy teaching materials.	May oversee or assist with the scheduling of facilities for anatomy studies and other research.
Key Resp 13	Under direction, communicates with donors and donor families regarding body donation process.	Independently communicates with donors and donor families regarding body donation process.
Education	Associate degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training	Associate degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
License	May be required to hold valid driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.	May be required to hold valid driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
Special Condition	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes, but is not limited to, employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have a legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.
Special Condition	The nature of the work requires that employee be able to meet the demands of the job 24 hours a day, seven days a week.	The nature of the work requires that employee be able to meet the demands of the job 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
KSA 01	Knowledge of biospecimen handling and preservation techniques.	Comprehensive knowledge of comprehensive biospecimen handling, preservation, and distribution protocols
KSA 02	Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.	Knowledge of regulatory requirements for tissue donation and research compliance.
KSA 03	Skill in performing tissue dissection and preparation procedures. Knowledge of biospecimen handling, preservation, and distribution protocols.	Advanced skill in dissection and preparation. Knowledge of comprehensive biospecimen handling, preservation, and distribution protocols.
KSA 04	Good communication skills (verbal, written and active listening).	Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and active listening).
KSA 05	Good communication skills, including clear, respectful verbal and written communication. Ability to convey sensitive information with professionalism.	Excellent communication skills, including active listening and clear, respectful verbal and written communication. Ability to convey information with professionalism and sensitivity.
KSA 06	Skilled in database management and relevant computer applications.	Skilled in database management, computer applications, and registries.
KSA 07	Ability to work in biohazardous environments with blood-borne pathogens.	Knowledge of biohazardous workplace protocols, including the handling of bloodborne pathogens and the proper storage and management of hazardous materials.
KSA 08	Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with peers, faculty, students, and donor families.	Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with peers, faculty, students, and donor families.
KSA 09	Knowledge of basic human anatomy, biology, and physiology.	Knowledge of human anatomy, biology, and physiology.
KSA 10	Ability to support crematory operations and procedures.	Ability to support crematory operations and procedures.
Environment	Health care (hospital, clinical, classroom setting or similar environment as the role requires).	Health care (hospital, clinical, classroom setting or similar environment as the role requires).