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Adjunct, Mortuary Sciences

UT · On-site

$31.29/hr

Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities 1. Prepare and teach classes in the Mortuary Science program. 2. Assist in the supervision and maintenance of embalming laboratory ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Mortuary Assistant vs Mortuary Technician?

AspectAssistant Mortuary AssistantMortuary Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; some states require formal training or certification
Work EnvironmentFuneral homes, mortuaries, hospitalsFuneral homes, mortuaries, hospitals
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with body preparation, cleaning, and transportationPerform embalming, body preparation, and restorative work
Industry UsageCommon entry-level role in funeral servicesMore specialized, often with additional certifications

Assistant Mortuary Assistants typically perform supportive tasks like body cleaning and transportation, while Mortuary Technicians handle embalming and restorative procedures. Both roles work in funeral homes and require similar credentials, but Mortuary Technicians often have more advanced training and responsibilities.

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Mortuary Assistant (Part-Time)

Mortuary Assistant (Part-Time)

NorthStar Memorial Group

Wailuku, HI • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Other

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Mortuary Assistant at Nakamura Mortuary in Wailuku, HI. Our administrative teams assume the crucial role of ensuring seamless operations throughout every stage of the delicate client family life cycle, from the initial meeting with families, until final arrangements are made. We serve as the cornerstone of our client family support structure, acting as the glue that holds everything together. We are problem solvers and peace-of-mind-providers - we uphold our commitment to care in every interaction.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with funeral directors with events held on-site, including services and arrangement conferences
  • Establish and maintain strong business relationships with families
  • Always maintain reverence and respect for the deceased
  • Assist in preparing the memorial area for the family before the services start
  • Ensure that flowers and other memorabilia are returned to the family after services
  • Answer customer inquiries professionally, either by phone or in person
  • Courier work to include picking caskets up from the local airport
  • Help with bringing decedents into our care, either from medical facilities, or from the residence where they passed away
  • Learn how to safely and properly preform cremations.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • 1 year of experience in customer service preferred
  • Experience handling difficult situations
  • Funeral professional experience preferred
  • Strong attention to details
  • The ability to be flexible in their duties and to work collaboratively with coworkers
  • Safely able to lift up to 70 pounds independently, and to push and pull larger amounts of weight

Compensation

  • $20.00-$22.00/hr.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.