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Embalmer Apprentice

at SCI Shared Resources, LLC in Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Job Description

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Learns to care for the remains of the deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks. Fulfills the requirements as dictated by the licensing board in the practicing state or province. Works under the supervision of a licensed embalmer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks: verifying identification and embalming authorization; performing restorations; completing removals and transfers; dressing, styling hair and or applying cosmetics and; any other preparation required for human remains.

+ Adheres to all applicable professional, municipal, 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 be being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Completion of or currently enrolled in a diploma training program at a recognized college or technical school specializing in funeral service or mortuary science

+ Graduation pending from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law

Licenses

+ Must meet all licensing requirement in applicable state/province as required by law and as prescribed by each state board

+ Current state/province issued driver’s license

Experience

+ None required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Acceptable driving record

+ Ability to lift over 75 pounds

+ Knowledge of computers and some software including MS Office products required

+ High level of compassion and integrity

+ Good communication skills

+ Problem solving skills

Postal Code: 38122

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-TN – Memphis

Job Profile ID: F00214

Time Type: Full time

Location Name: Memphis Crematory

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Job Posting: JC263156334

Posted On: Jul 26, 2024

Updated On: Oct 25, 2024

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