Mortician

Job Title: Licensed Mortician Opportunity with the U.S. Navy (Active Duty HM-8496)Are you ready to use your funeral service expertise in a career built on dignity, compassion, and purpose? If you're a licensed mortician who values professionalism, attention to detail, and serving families during their most difficult moments, this may be a unique opportunity to do something greater than the everyday.We’re currently seeking a Licensed Mortician to join our Navy healthcare team as a Hospital Corpsman (HM) specializing as a Navy Mortician (HM-8496). This is a full-time active-duty role where you’ll help support the dignified care of service members and eligible beneficiaries while contributing to Navy Medicine’s mission around the world.Location: Full-Time In-Person Position. Not remote or telehealth. Duty stations located nationwide and overseas.Specialty: Mortician (Hospital Corpsman HM-8496)Annual Compensation: $70,000 to $95,000+Competitive total military compensation package (Includes base pay, housing allowance, food allowance, healthcare, and tax-advantaged benefits; actual pay varies by paygrade, duty station, dependency status, and current incentives.)Responsibilities:As a Navy Mortician, you’ll bring professional funeral service experience into a mission-focused military healthcare environment. Your scope may include:Supporting dignified care, preparation, and handling of deceased service members and eligible beneficiariesAssisting with remains identification, documentation, preservation, disposition, and transportation processesCoordinating respectfully with medical, casualty assistance, chaplain, command, and family-support teamsMaintaining accurate mortuary records and supporting compliance with Navy and Department of Defense proceduresApplying professional mortuary science knowledge in a disciplined, sanitary, and respectful environmentProviding calm, compassionate, and precise support during sensitive casualty and family-care missionsSupporting mission readiness through specialized mortuary affairs expertiseMinimum Qualifications:Age 17 to 43U.S. Citizen or Permanent ResidentHigh School Diploma or GEDMust meet Navy medical, legal, aptitude, and fitness standardsWilling to enlist as a Hospital Corpsman in the U.S. NavyMust satisfactorily complete a mortuary science course at a school accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education, Inc.Must hold a current license to practice as a mortician from one of the 50 states or the District of ColumbiaMust be willing to attend Recruit Training Command and HM “A” School; HM-8496 NEC is assigned upon successful completion of HM “A” SchoolApplicants should be prepared to provide licenses, credentials, school transcripts/course curricula, resume, and employer references for DPEP reviewBonus eligibility, if any, must be verified against the most recent Navy enlistment bonus GENADMIN messageThis isn’t just a job—it’s a mission. You’ll gain clinical experience, grow as a leader, and make a lasting impact on those who serve.If you're ready to serve with purpose and expand your professional horizon, apply here or reach out directly. I’d love to help you explore what’s possible.Chief Douglas EldridgeAccessions and Placement Lead Classifier📱 Call/Text: (901) 718-6434📧 douglas.b.eldridge2.mil@us.navy.mil