An Embalmer, or Mortuary Technician, helps to prepare bodies for cremation and burial. Their duties include administering chemicals, applying cosmetics and maintaining records.
Un Embalmer debe ser capaz de cumplir con varias funciones y responsabilidades. Las siguientes son algunas funciones y responsabilidades que un Embalmer debe ser capaz de ejecutar:
- 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
Un Embalmer competitivo tendrá ciertas habilidades y calificaciones, incluyendo:
- 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
