Position Description

Develops and facilitates the operational procedures for the Willed Body Program (WBP) donor intake, preparation (anatomical embalming), storage, cremation, and disposition. This employee will ensure the integrity of the Institute of Anatomical Sciences and the Willed Body Program are safeguarded through operational procedures that adhere to the State Anatomical Board of Texas and TTUHSC regulations governing the operations of a Willed Body Program, as well as provide support and guidance to the TTUHSC’s teaching and research missions. This employee will provide adequate oversight of the preparation and storage facilities while monitoring cadaver material and maintaining all associated files. The Willed Body Program Manager will support the operations and activities of the Willed Body Program. This position reports directly to the Willed Body Program Director.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

11510.58

Major/Essential Functions

Maintain strict confidentiality
Transports cadavers to approved teaching, training, and research facilities
Conducts skilled technical work through embalming and preparation of cadaver doors
Administer/performs the cremation process for the disposition of cadaveric materials
Prepares cadavers and anatomical specimens for teaching, training, and research purposes
Assures Willed Body Program supply inventory is procured and ready for use
Ensures, develops, and oversees accurate record keeping of cadavers, use, cremation, and return
Maintains a safe microbial environment within the embalming, cremation, and cadaveric storage areas and anatomical labs
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies and procedures for use of anatomical specimen and anatomical space
Monitors, administer, and practice safe/universal precautions for personal and environmental microbial control (sterilization and disinfection)
Monitors, administers, and maintains a safe microbial environment within the anatomy lab, preparation, and storage areas using mechanical, physical, and chemical methods
Coordinates and oversees specimen preparation for transfers, teaching, training, and research purposes
Develop processes and oversees the anatomical cadaveric specimen inventory
Maintains close communication with the IAS team
On-call as scheduled - day, night, weekends, holidays
Keeps accurate records of cadavers and their final disposition
Ensures the Willed Body Program meets all requirements of the Texas Funeral Service Commission and is always prepared for unannounced state inspections
Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies and procedures including OSHA regulations
Maintain strict confidentiality
Transports cadavers to approved teaching, training, and research facilities
Conducts skilled technical work through embalming and preparation of cadaver doors
Administer/performs the cremation process for the disposition of cadaveric materials
Prepares cadavers and anatomical specimens for teaching, training, and research purposes
Assures Willed Body Program supply inventory is procured and ready for use
Ensures, develops, and oversees accurate record keeping of cadavers, use, cremation, and return
Maintains a safe microbial environment within the embalming, cremation, and cadaveric storage areas and anatomical labs
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies and procedures for use of anatomical specimen and anatomical space
Monitors, administer, and practice safe/universal precautions for personal and environmental microbial control (sterilization and disinfection)
Monitors, administers, and maintains a safe microbial environment within the anatomy lab, preparation, and storage areas using mechanical, physical, and chemical methods
Coordinates and oversees specimen preparation for transfers, teaching, training, and research purposes
Develop processes and oversees the anatomical cadaveric specimen inventory
Maintains close communication with the IAS team
On-call as scheduled - day, night, weekends, holidays
Keeps accurate records of cadavers and their final disposition
Ensures the Willed Body Program meets all requirements of the Texas Funeral Service Commission and is always prepared for unannounced state inspections
Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies and procedures including OSHA regulations

Grant Funded?

Pay Grade Minimum

4185.67

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

8 years anatomical embalming experience

Department

Willed Body Program Lbk

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of mortuary sciences and five (5) years of anatomical embalming experience. A current Texas Funeral Director and Embalmer’s License, a current Crematory Operator License and a current Texas Driver’s License. Knowledge of current rules and laws governing the death care industry in the State of Texas as put forth by the Texas Funeral Service Commission. Knowledge of State Anatomical Board of Texas Rules, Principles and Practices.

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Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
Retirement Plans
Wellness Programs
Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.