The Gross Anatomy Lab at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks a Diener to care for and maintain the anatomical donors (cadavers) used in medical education. In our state-of-the-art Anatomy lab, we provide an immersive learning environment where medical students gain hands-on experience through donor dissection. In addition to traditional anatomical studies, we offer cutting-edge, clinically applied lab sessions that allow students to practice medical procedures on anatomical donors, bridging the gap between foundational knowledge and real-world application. Under the guidance and direction of the Gross Anatomy Lab Manager and Director of Anatomy, the Diener is responsible for handling, moving, and cleaning cadavers as well as maintaining records related to the anatomical donors.

Duties include:

Assist Director and Lab Manager with the procurement of cadavers for Gross Anatomy and the SSTC. Requires meticulous record keeping of cadavers and associated processes (including ordering/receiving cadavers, preparing cadavers for pickup by funeral home, contacting next of kin, shipping of cremains back to next of kin, and communication with VSAP).

Maintenance and cleaning of models, equipment, computers, tables, and lab space utilized by Anatomy and SSTC. Inventory classroom supplies for medical students and submit to Manager for ordering.

Work with Director, Manager, and other faculty to organize, setup, and clean-up teaching sessions and labs in the Gross Anatomy Lab and SSTC (includes assisting during scheduled dissection labs, practical exam setup, and maintaining the specimen storage room to ensure cleanliness and safety).

Assist with consulting the Anatomy website to be sure the appropriate teaching materials are present during Medical Education instruction.

Assist with set up of GME/UME/Vendor labs in SSTC.

Ensure lab users follow the UVA SOM Gross Anatomy Laboratory Policies and Rules.

Frequent contact with regulatory boards and/or governmental entities (e.g., Virginia State Anatomical Program) regarding standards, quality assurance, and lab procedures.

Frequent contact with internal departments (e.g., MedEd Tech, iLAB, Environmental Health and Safety, Facilities Management, etc.) and external stakeholders (e.g., vendors, lab participants, next of kin) concerning lab set up, educational, and equipment needs, when applicable.

Frequent contact with students, residents, fellows, faculty, and staff to provide information, consultation, or direction concerning laboratory operations.

Required Skills:

Funeral home or cadaver management experience mandatory.

Aware of safety and health issues related to transport and storage of cadavers.

Excellent interpersonal skills when communicating with Faculty, Staff, Residents, Students, and Donor next of kin.

Good written and communication skills.

Advanced computer skills including Excel and Word to maintain accurate inventory records.

Honesty, integrity and trustworthiness among co-workers, management, and donor families.

High attention to detail and follow through.

Excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills and ability to interact and collaborate effectively with others in a team atmosphere.

Proficient computer/technology skills

Job related lifting

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associates Degree in Mortuary Science required, Bachelors degree preferred.
Experience: One year of funeral home or cadaver management experience required.
Licensure: Virginia Licensed Embalmer preferred but may be acquired after hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard.  Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs.  May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.   

This is a non-exempt, full-time, benefitted position. The position is fully on-site and may be required to work some evenings and weekends. Anticipated hiring range: $44,000-54,000, commensurate with education and experience. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit https://hr.virginia.edu/benefits.   

This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

TO APPLY

Please apply through Careers at UVA, and search for R0069632. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Complete an application online with the following documents:

Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey during the final phase of the interview process. For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiting Specialist at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

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