Company

Embalmer

Falls Church, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Embalmer. Skills: Embalming. Performs all embalming activities of the deceased correctly and respectfully. Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which include: verifying identification and embalming performing completing removals and dressing, styling hair and or applying cosmetics, any other preparation required for human remains”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to lift over 75 pounds, Acceptable driving record

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school diploma or equivalent, Graduation from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law, Must meet all licensing requirements in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board, Current state/province issued driver’s license

Nice to Have

2 years of experience in a 200-call minimum/year funeral firm embalming facility preferred

What You'll Do.

Performs all embalming activities of the deceased correctly and respectfully

Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which include: verifying identification and embalming performing completing removals and dressing

styling hair and or applying cosmetics

any other preparation required for human remains

Adheres to all applicable professional

state/provincial and federal licensing authority regulations

Assists with maintenance of preparation room and the facility

Cleans soiled equipment and hazardous material spills

Ensures hazardous materials and spills are handled in accordance with the Material Data Safety Sheets

Assists with chemical and supply inventory

Receives caskets and other funeral home supplies

Promotes a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

How You'll Work.

Communication Scope

Good communication skills

Free ATS check

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