Removal Technician (RT) Job Description:
The Removal technician is responsible for the care, removal and transport of human remains in accordance with all state, local and company policies and procedures. • Care for the deceased in a respectful manner. • Adhere to all professional, municipal, state/provincial and federal licensing and/or authority regulations • Keep and Maintain a log of all deceased in their care as well as those transferred from our care. • Promote a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct. • Performs removals of deceased from hospital, nursing home or residence to transport to, mortuary or funeral home. May perform removals from prep rooms or embalming facilities as well. • Maintains and ensures the removal vehicle is clean inside and out and is properly maintained. • Maintains adequate supply of Personal Protective Equipment in removal vehicles
Qualifications:
• High School Graduate or GED equivalent Experience
• Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driving Record
• Knowledge of computers and some software would be an asset, or willingness to learn
•Above average communication skills
• High level of compassion and integrity
• Ability to multi task and set priorities
• Detail oriented
• Good written and verbal communication skills needed for interactions with grieving families and co-workers, to generate accurate, timely responses to questions and requests in a calm professional manner