Bereavement Officer

Process paperwork for donation of organs where the deceased is known to have expressed a wish for the same. Inform school of anatomy bequests of bodies. Refers cases when a patient has died without next of kin to the local council. To maintain accurate records of department activity daily. To work collaboratively with all departments and other external agencies to ensure arrangements for those with faith requirements take place in a timely way. Maintain an awareness of the diverse needs of the deceased and the bereaved to ensure equality to any group defined by sex, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.