What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Embalmer position at Forest Lawn?
- Disinfect remains through external application of antiseptics and disinfectant fluids.
- Embalm remains to assure proper disinfectant preservation and appearance. Use all proper embalming instruments and machinery.
- Dress and apply cosmetics; place remains in casket using electric lift.
- Meet with families for cosmetic interviews and adjustments when needed.
- Wrap and prepare un-embalmed remains for cremation or other dispositions.
- Prepare deceased for transportation as needed.
- Inspect remains to be suitable for final disposition and TSA regulations.
- Place remains in visitation room and set up room to comply with the family requests and religious traditions.
- Conduct first calls.
- Maintain all necessary paperwork to comply with regulatory laws and Forest Lawn standards to include first calls and identification of remains.
- Assist with the disinterment of human remains as requested.
- Stock and clean preparation room and refrigeration unit.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the mortuary building and restrooms when needed.
- Maintain casket inventory and jewelry log book.
- Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school in Mortuary Science or Embalming; or proof of current enrollment in school for an Associate's degree (A. A.) in Mortuary Science.
- Ability to receive a mortuary science degree (within an agreed period with Forest Lawn) and passing the National Board Examination (sciences section) within a year from the time of start in position.
- Ability to register as an apprentice embalmer.
- Ability to lift up to 100lbs.
- Current valid California Driver's License.
Competitive Benefits
Forest Lawn takes pride in offering an excellent benefits package to our employees, which taken as a whole, leads our industry and is competitive with the benefits in just about any other industry.?
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Drug Testing Policy
Prior to beginning employment, all job applicants who receive a job offer will be required to voluntarily submit to a drug screening test conducted by a laboratory designated by Forest Lawn. The drug screening method is a hair collection test that will detect the use of illegal drugs within the past 90 days. A positive drug test may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.
E-Verify Statement
Forest Lawn has registered to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. With E-Verify we are able to confirm the employment authorization of all newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. ?With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification upon commencement of employment. ?E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. ?
For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
Forest Lawn will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Summary
Forest Lawn has always attracted unique and exceptional individuals; those who aren’t satisfied with simply building a career, but want to go home at the end of the day knowing they’ve made a profound and positive difference in people’s lives.