An Embalmer, or Mortuary Technician, helps to prepare bodies for cremation and burial. Their duties include administering chemicals, applying cosmetics and maintaining records.
A Embalmer should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Embalmer should be able to execute:
- Draining fluids from bodies
- Injecting chemical solutions into the circulatory system of bodies
- Dressing bodies for viewings
- Applying cosmetics
- Inspecting embalming equipment and performing repairs and maintenance as needed
- Ordering and inventorying embalming supplies
A competitive Embalmer will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Ability to operate embalming equipment and use embalming tools
- Knowledge of standard embalming procedures as well as state and local laws and regulations
- Ability to remain upright for long periods
- Understanding of human anatomy, biology and chemistry
- Ability to move bodies and equipment from location to location
- Written communication skills to maintain accurate records
