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A reputable healthcare facility in Enugu State is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and experienced Mortician to join its healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the professional handling, preservation, preparation, and care of deceased persons, while ensuring that all mortuary operations are conducted safely, hygienically, ethically, and in accordance with established professional standards.
The ideal candidate must have practical experience in mortuary operations, a strong sense of responsibility, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality and show respect to deceased persons and their families. The candidate must understand that mortuary services require technical competence, emotional maturity, professionalism, and compassion.
This position offers an opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to the effective management of mortuary services within a healthcare environment where dignity, respect, safety, and quality service delivery are priorities.
Interested candidates should meet the following requirements:
Demonstrable experience working as a mortician or in a comparable mortuary services role.
Practical knowledge of deceased-person handling, preservation, preparation, and storage procedures.
Understanding of infection prevention, occupational safety, hygiene, and proper waste disposal.
Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures.
Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
High levels of integrity, confidentiality, emotional maturity, and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Physical ability to perform the duties associated with mortuary work safely.
Relevant professional training or certification in mortuary science, embalming, or a related field will be an advantage.
The successful candidate should be compassionate, respectful, disciplined, trustworthy, emotionally stable, and committed to maintaining the dignity of deceased persons. The candidate must be comfortable working in a mortuary environment, capable of managing sensitive situations professionally, and willing to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct.
A reputable healthcare facility in Enugu State is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and experienced Mortician to join its healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the professional handling, preservation, preparation, and care of deceased persons, while ensuring that all mortuary operations are conducted safely, hygienically, ethically, and in accordance with established professional standards.
The ideal candidate must have practical experience in mortuary operations, a strong sense of responsibility, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality and show respect to deceased persons and their families. The candidate must understand that mortuary services require technical competence, emotional maturity, professionalism, and compassion.
This position offers an opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to the effective management of mortuary services within a healthcare environment where dignity, respect, safety, and quality service delivery are priorities.
Receive and handle deceased persons professionally, ensuring proper identification and documentation before any procedure is carried out.
Perform preservation and preparation procedures using approved methods and appropriate equipment.
Prepare deceased persons for viewing, funeral arrangements, or release to authorized family members and funeral service providers.
Ensure that all procedures are conducted with dignity, care, and respect for cultural, religious, and family preferences, where applicable.
Monitor preservation conditions and promptly report any equipment malfunction or deterioration that could affect the proper care of deceased persons.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and proper functioning of the mortuary and its associated work areas.
Ensure that refrigeration units, preservation equipment, tools, and other mortuary facilities are used appropriately and kept in good working condition.
Monitor the condition of mortuary equipment and promptly report maintenance needs, faults, or operational challenges.
Ensure that deceased persons are stored appropriately and that their locations can be accurately identified at all times.
Assist in maintaining an orderly and efficient mortuary environment.
Follow established infection prevention and control procedures when handling deceased persons, body fluids, chemicals, and contaminated materials.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure that mortuary tools and work surfaces are cleaned and disinfected after use.
Handle preservation chemicals and other potentially hazardous materials safely and in accordance with applicable procedures.
Ensure proper disposal of waste generated during mortuary operations.
Report accidents, exposure incidents, safety concerns, and infection risks promptly to the appropriate authority.
Comply with applicable workplace safety regulations and the facility's health and safety policies.
Maintain accurate records of deceased persons received, stored, prepared, transferred, and released from the mortuary.
Verify identification details and ensure that appropriate documentation accompanies each case.
Record preservation procedures, storage details, relevant dates, and other required operational information.
Maintain proper documentation of mortuary activities, including the use of supplies and materials where required.
Protect all records from unauthorized access, alteration, loss, or disclosure.
Ensure that deceased persons are released only to duly authorized individuals after the required identification and documentation checks have been completed.
Communicate respectfully and professionally with families, funeral directors, hospital staff, and other authorized representatives.
Provide appropriate information about mortuary procedures and release requirements within the limits of the role.
Handle grieving families with patience, empathy, discretion, and cultural sensitivity.
Escalate complaints, unusual requests, disputes, or sensitive situations to the appropriate supervisor.
Work collaboratively with hospital management, clinical staff, administrative personnel, and other relevant departments.
Follow instructions and operational procedures established by management.
Maintain punctuality, discipline, integrity, and a professional attitude at all times.
Respect the privacy of deceased persons and their families and maintain strict confidentiality regarding personal and medical information.
Participate in relevant training, performance reviews, and operational meetings as required.
Carry out other reasonable mortuary-related duties assigned by management that are consistent with the role and the candidate's competence.
Interested candidates should meet the following requirements:
Demonstrable experience working as a mortician or in a comparable mortuary services role.
Practical knowledge of deceased-person handling, preservation, preparation, and storage procedures.
Understanding of infection prevention, occupational safety, hygiene, and proper waste disposal.
Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures.
Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
High levels of integrity, confidentiality, emotional maturity, and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Physical ability to perform the duties associated with mortuary work safely.
Relevant professional training or certification in mortuary science, embalming, or a related field will be an advantage.
Dr Nlogha Okeke Memorial Medical Foundation (DNOMMF) is a healthcare facility located in Enugu, Nigeria, committed to providing quality, accessible, and affordable medical services to individuals and families. The hospital offers a range of healthcare services delivered by dedicated professionals, with a focus on compassionate patient care, dignity, and the well-being of every patient, irrespective of their status.
Our motto: Affordable healthcare to all, irrespective of status.
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