Mortician - 2 Posts at Taita Taveta County Public Service Board

Ref No. CPSB/TTC/34/2024

Duties and responsibilities

• Collection and Reception: Safely collect and receive bodies from within the hospital and external locations, adhering to all prescribed procedures to ensure dignity and respect for the deceased.
• Documentation and Records Management: Accurately record details of bodies received at the facility to maintain impeccable records and traceability.
• Body Preparation: Perform washing, embalming, and refrigeration of bodies with the utmost care and respect, following all health and safety guidelines.
• Assist in Autopsies: Provide necessary support during post-mortem examinations, including scrubbing and preparation of the facilities.
• Family Support: Offer counseling to bereaved families, providing them with emotional support and guidance through the process of grieving and body collection.
• Body Release: Handle the release of bodies to relatives according to laid-down procedures, ensuring a smooth and respectful transition.

Requirements for Appointment;

For appointment in this position a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Have a relevant training from a recognized institution
• Have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its equivalent
• Certificate in Mortician course lasting not less than six months from a recognized institution will be an added advantage