Morgue Attendant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Morgue attendants can secure H-1B visa sponsorship through hospitals, medical examiners' offices, and forensic facilities that require specialized knowledge in mortuary science, pathology support, or forensic procedures. While not a traditional specialty occupation, positions requiring formal mortuary science education or advanced forensic training may qualify for work visa sponsorship. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Rotating weekends, 2-week rotation, varying start-times mostly day.
Job Summary
Performs Morgue reconciliation and general support tasks necessary for ensuring the continuity of the Morgue operations. Maintains Morgue equipment and facilities. Liaises with internal and external stakeholders regarding decedent remains, decedent affairs, and the Morgue process. Under the direction of the supervisor, performs other support tasks as needed. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and can communicate with a variety of people in a direct, personable, and articulate manner. The hospital's Morgue has a capacity of 25 and receives approximately 1,450 adult and perinatal deaths annually.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
- Functions as a resource and primary liaison on the decedent care and postmortem workflow. Collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing support and triaging as needed. Responds to inquiries from family members.
- Facilitates receipt and release of decedents and specimens in the Morgue, including hospital inpatients, outpatients, private autopsy requests, contracted hospitals, funeral homes, New England Donor Services, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, and applicable surgical specimens.
- Ensures proper identification and management of decedent remains, maintaining continuity of postmortem care and comprehensive tracking documentation. Performs additional care tasks as needed, including inventorying belongings and facilitating the movement of remains within the Morgue and Autopsy spaces.
- Demonstrates the ability to accurately review, interpret, and manage documentation related to deceased individuals. Ensures all documentation is organized.
- Ensures the Morgue spaces and equipment are consistently maintained, cleaned, disinfected, organized, tidy, and properly stocked.
- Complies with relevant state and federal laws and regulations, and established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, including the areas of quality assurance, safety, environmental affairs, and infection control. Sustaining a high level of awareness of numerous discrepancies related to the decedent care process and following up accordingly.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Biology preferred or Associate's Degree Health Sciences preferred or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred or Bachelor's Degree Health Sciences preferred or Bachelor's Degree Biology preferred or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Experience
Mortuary or Decedent Affairs experience 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be comfortable working around deceased individuals in a respectful and compassionate manner.
- Ability to lift, pull, and push substantial weight in a temperature-controlled Morgue setting.
- Must be comfortable and compassionate when communicating with individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
- Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Must consistently maintain a professional demeanor and conduct.
- Must be highly detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly
Grade
2
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Rotating weekends, 2-week rotation, varying start-times mostly day.
Job Summary
Performs Morgue reconciliation and general support tasks necessary for ensuring the continuity of the Morgue operations. Maintains Morgue equipment and facilities. Liaises with internal and external stakeholders regarding decedent remains, decedent affairs, and the Morgue process. Under the direction of the supervisor, performs other support tasks as needed. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and can communicate with a variety of people in a direct, personable, and articulate manner. The hospital's Morgue has a capacity of 25 and receives approximately 1,450 adult and perinatal deaths annually.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
- Functions as a resource and primary liaison on the decedent care and postmortem workflow. Collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing support and triaging as needed. Responds to inquiries from family members.
- Facilitates receipt and release of decedents and specimens in the Morgue, including hospital inpatients, outpatients, private autopsy requests, contracted hospitals, funeral homes, New England Donor Services, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, and applicable surgical specimens.
- Ensures proper identification and management of decedent remains, maintaining continuity of postmortem care and comprehensive tracking documentation. Performs additional care tasks as needed, including inventorying belongings and facilitating the movement of remains within the Morgue and Autopsy spaces.
- Demonstrates the ability to accurately review, interpret, and manage documentation related to deceased individuals. Ensures all documentation is organized.
- Ensures the Morgue spaces and equipment are consistently maintained, cleaned, disinfected, organized, tidy, and properly stocked.
- Complies with relevant state and federal laws and regulations, and established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, including the areas of quality assurance, safety, environmental affairs, and infection control. Sustaining a high level of awareness of numerous discrepancies related to the decedent care process and following up accordingly.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Biology preferred or Associate's Degree Health Sciences preferred or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred or Bachelor's Degree Health Sciences preferred or Bachelor's Degree Biology preferred or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Experience
Mortuary or Decedent Affairs experience 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be comfortable working around deceased individuals in a respectful and compassionate manner.
- Ability to lift, pull, and push substantial weight in a temperature-controlled Morgue setting.
- Must be comfortable and compassionate when communicating with individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
- Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Must consistently maintain a professional demeanor and conduct.
- Must be highly detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly
Grade
2
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Morgue Attendant
Target medical examiner offices and large hospital systems
Government medical examiner offices and major hospital morgues are more likely to sponsor visas for specialized morgue attendant positions requiring formal mortuary science training or forensic experience.
Emphasize mortuary science degree or forensic certifications
H-1B approval requires specialty occupation status. Highlight formal mortuary science education, embalming licenses, or forensic pathology certifications that distinguish your role from basic attendant work.
Focus on forensic and pathology support roles
Positions involving forensic evidence handling, autopsy assistance, or specialized preservation techniques are more likely to meet H-1B specialty occupation requirements than general maintenance duties.
Consider state government positions with visa support
State medical examiner offices and university medical centers often have established processes for sponsoring international employees in specialized healthcare support roles requiring specific qualifications.
Document specialized knowledge in job descriptions
Work with employers to clearly articulate how your role requires specialized mortuary science knowledge, forensic procedures, or pathology support that necessitates formal education in the field.
Network through mortuary science professional associations
Connect with the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators and International Association of Coroners to identify employers familiar with visa sponsorship for qualified mortuary professionals.
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Do morgue attendants qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Morgue attendants can qualify for H-1B sponsorship if the position requires specialized knowledge in mortuary science, forensic procedures, or pathology support. The role must require at least a bachelor's degree in mortuary science, forensic science, or related field. Basic attendant duties without formal education requirements typically don't qualify.
What degree is required for H-1B sponsorship as a morgue attendant?
A bachelor's degree in mortuary science, forensic science, biology, or chemistry is typically required. Some positions may accept an associate degree in mortuary science plus relevant experience. The degree must directly relate to specialized duties like forensic evidence handling, embalming procedures, or autopsy assistance rather than general maintenance tasks.
Which employers sponsor visas for morgue attendant positions?
Medical examiner offices, large hospital systems, university medical centers, and forensic laboratories are most likely to sponsor visas. Government agencies and academic institutions often have established visa sponsorship processes. Private funeral homes rarely sponsor H-1B visas unless they require highly specialized forensic or pathology expertise.
What are the approval chances for morgue attendant H-1B petitions?
Approval rates depend heavily on demonstrating specialty occupation status through required mortuary science education and specialized duties. Positions clearly requiring formal mortuary science training or forensic certifications have better approval chances than general attendant roles. Government employers typically have higher success rates due to established sponsorship procedures.
Can morgue attendants change employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, but the new employer must file a new H-1B petition and demonstrate the position requires specialty occupation skills. You can start working for the new employer once they file the petition, provided your current H-1B status remains valid. The new role must also require mortuary science or forensic expertise.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Morgue Attendant jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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