Temporary Decedent Driver- Willed Body at UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Driving, Lifting, Maneuvering Deceased Individuals, Vehicle Operation Records Maintenance, Vehicle Upkeep, Death Call Response, Donor Eligibility Assessment, Logistics Coordination, Consent Form Communication, Clerical Duties, Legal Compliance, Ethical Standards Adherence, Confidentiality Maintenance, Typing Support

Industry

Higher Education

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY Works under immediate supervision to provide clerical and/or typing support in performance of variety of office duties which may be simple to moderately complex in nature. This is a temporary assignment with an initial length of approximately 6 months, depending on department need. There is opportunity for the assignment to extend past 6 months depending on individual performance. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required License Must have valid Tx Driver's License. JOB DUTIES Safely and respectfully transport whole-body donors from hospitals, hospices, residences, and other facilities to the designated location. Lift & maneuver deceased individuals weighing up to 150 Lbs using appropriate equipment & techniques. Maintain complete and accurate vehicle operating records; report maintenance & mechanical issues in a timely manner. Perform basic vehicle upkeep, including refueling, checking tire pressure, oil, water, and battery levels. Will be cross-trained to: Respond to incoming death calls and assess donor eligibility. Coordinate logistics of whole-body donations. Communicate with & send consent forms to next of kin. Assist Willed Body Program staff with various operational and clerical duties. Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and procedural standards for donor handling and documentation. Maintain confidentiality and uphold donor and family privacy at all times. Perform other duties as assigned. Various administrative and clerical assignments filled on an as needed basis. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

Safely and respectfully transport whole-body donors from various facilities to the designated location, involving lifting and maneuvering individuals up to 150 Lbs using appropriate equipment. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate vehicle records, performing basic upkeep, and potentially cross-training for administrative tasks like responding to death calls and coordinating logistics.