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Assist with the preparation of deceased bodies
+Prepare the next arrival for viewing: confirm identity band and paperwork match the deceased, wash and groom…
Assist with the preparation of deceased bodies
+Prepare the next arrival for viewing: confirm identity band and paperwork match the deceased, wash and groom the body sensitively, set natural facial expression, dress in the family clothes on the supplied tray, and note any damage or valuables to report.
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Support embalming and restorative procedures
+Assist the embalmer with the scheduled restorative case: lay out the required instruments and materials,…
Support embalming and restorative procedures
+Assist the embalmer with the scheduled restorative case: lay out the required instruments and materials, position the body for arterial work, hold suction and retract as requested, apply tissue building and surface cosmetics under direction, and log all chemicals used.
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Maintain cleanliness and organization in the mortuary
+Run the daily cleaning and stock check: clean and disinfect preparation room and tables after each case,…
Maintain cleanliness and organization in the mortuary
+Run the daily cleaning and stock check: clean and disinfect preparation room and tables after each case, launder linens, restock gloves, gowns and embalming fluids, remove clinical waste to the secure bin, and record completion on the shift log.
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Transport bodies within the facility and to external locations
+Move the morning transfers: confirm paperwork and next-of-kin details, secure the body on the trolley with…
Transport bodies within the facility and to external locations
+Move the morning transfers: confirm paperwork and next-of-kin details, secure the body on the trolley with straps and identification, coordinate the lift with a colleague, transport to the coroner van for 09:30 departure, and note any incidents in the log.
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Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal regulations
+Complete the compliance walk-through before handover: check refrigeration temperatures, verify PPE use and…
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal regulations
+Complete the compliance walk-through before handover: check refrigeration temperatures, verify PPE use and training records, ensure clinical waste is logged and stored, confirm consent and release forms are filed, and flag any breaches to the manager in writing.
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Support funeral directors and pathologists as needed
+Support the funeral director and pathologist for the afternoon cases: prepare requested documentation and ID…
Support funeral directors and pathologists as needed
+Support the funeral director and pathologist for the afternoon cases: prepare requested documentation and ID photos, assist with positioning for viewing or examination, fetch required instruments, liaise with families when asked, and update case notes before the end of shift.
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