Decedent Affairs Coordinator

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified
Hipaa compliance
Joint commission standards
Critical identification functions
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Decedent Affairs Coordinator to oversee the management of the Decedent Affairs process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and effective communication with relevant parties. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science and have experience in clinical laboratory or patient care settings

Job Summary

  • Manages the Decedent Affairs process from the time of death to release of remains, communicating information to relevant parties while adhering to HIPAA policies.
  • Performs critical identification functions to ensure proper disposition and processing of decedent remains in compliance with Joint Commission standards and hospital policy.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision plans, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, education discounts, and retirement matching.

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Decedent Affairs Coordinator to oversee the management of the Decedent Affairs process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and effective communication with relevant parties. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science and have experience in clinical laboratory or patient care settings.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Joint Commission Standards
  • Critical Identification Functions
  • Specimen Protocol Triage
  • Histological Duties

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and Diversity
  • Collaborative Healthcare
  • Interacting with Grieving Families
  • Sensitive Subject Matter Handling

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology
  • 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry
  • 2 years of Clinical Laboratory experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

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