Embalmer

Sci Corp; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sci Corp in Falls Church, VA seeks an embalmer to perform embalming, restoration, and related duties with respect for the deceased. You will verify identifications, assist with removals and transfers, and maintain the preparation room and facility to ensure a safe, compliant operation.

The role requires licensing compliance, a high school diploma or mortuary college degree, and the ability to lift heavy objects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from accredited mortuary college or as required by state law.
• Embalmer or apprenticeship experience as required by state law.
• 2 years of experience in a 200-call minimum/year funeral firm preferred.
• Must meet licensing requirements and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Cares for the deceased respectfully while performing embalming and related tasks.
• Verifies identification and embalming authorization; completes removals and transfers.
• Dresses, styles hair, applies cosmetics, and prepares remains as needed.
• Maintains compliance with licensing regulations and facility upkeep.
• Assists with room maintenance, inventory, and safe handling of materials.
• Receives caskets and funeral supplies; promotes safe work practices.

Skills

Compassion and integrity

Good communication

Problem solving

Ability to lift over 75 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mortuary college degree or state-accepted equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

Performs all embalming activities of the deceased correctly and respectfully.

Job Responsibilities

• Cares for deceased in a respectful manner while performing a variety of tasks which include: 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 by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from accredited mortuary college or other degree as required by state/province law

Experience

• Embalmer, Apprentice experience as required by state/provincial law
• 2 years of experience in a 200-call minimum/year funeral firm embalming facility preferred

Licenses

• 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

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: 22042

Category (Portal Searching): Operations

Job Location: US-VA - Falls Church