Mortuary Attendant (Morgue Technician) Job at Kilema Hospital
Employer: Kilema Hospital – Catholic Diocese of Moshi
Position: Mortuary Attendant (Morgue Technician)
Number of Posts: 1
Duty Station: Kilema Hospital, Moshi Rural District, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Reports To: Hospital Medical Officer In-Charge
Application Deadline: 20 November 2026
Job Description
Kilema Hospital is inviting applications from qualified candidates for one position of Mortuary Attendant (Morgue Technician).
The successful candidate will report to the Hospital Medical Officer In-Charge and will be responsible for managing mortuary operations, handling deceased bodies with dignity and respect, assisting with autopsies and maintaining cleanliness and organisation within the morgue.
Key Responsibilities
Receive and place bodies in designated compartment trays.
Confirm the identification of bodies and release them as appropriate.
Assist pathologists in performing autopsies.
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the morgue.
Handle deceased bodies with respect and dignity.
Observe established safety protocols when handling mortuary equipment and performing duties.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Certificate in Mortuary Studies from a recognised institution.
Form Four or Form Six certificates.
National Identification (NIDA).
Birth certificate.
Additional Skills and Competencies
High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of related working experience.
Knowledge of safety protocols.
Experience with mortuary equipment.
Valid driver's licence.
Excellent communication skills.
High degree of emotional stability.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work under moderate supervision.
Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents:
Application letter.
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Copies of certified academic and professional certificates.
National Identification (NIDA).
Birth certificate.
Applications should be addressed to:
Medical Officer In-Charge
Kilema Hospital
P.O. Box 1080, Moshi, Tanzania.
Alternatively, applicants can apply through the official recruitment portal:
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Application Email: khosprecruitment@gmail.com
General Conditions
Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens with a National Identification Number (NIDA) or NIDA number.
Applicants should apply only for positions for which they meet the advertised qualifications.
Relevant certificates must be certified.
All scanned documents must be submitted in PDF format.
Application Deadline: Friday, 20 November 2026 at 15:30.
