MORTUARY ATTENDANT II (A) (JOB GROUP 13 (‘F’) - (5 POSTS)
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

Be a Kenyan cilizen:
Mortuary Science Certificate from a recognized institution;
Training in embalming will be added advantage:
Two (2) years relevant work experience;
Demonstrate a thorough understanding and commitment to values and principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution:
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment and sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Must have good inter-personal and communication skills;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate and promptly receive dead bodies from wards, public and police and delivering same to relatives/parents/police:
Wrapping in mortuary sheets, labelling and storing of dead bodies in the Cold room of the mortuary;
Keeping of appropriate registers for receipt and delivery of dead bodies at the mortuary;
Washing, cleaning and disinfecting of mortuary equipment and instruments after postmortem examinations:
Embalming of bodies whenever required:
Delivering of dead bodies after autopsies to relatives/parents/police
Placing of dead bodies from wards and after autopsies in appropriate coffins whenever required.
Assisting in postmortems
Proper cleanliness and upkeep of the Mortuary, cold room equipment, instrument;
Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor