Anatomical Pathology Technician

Medacs Healthcare; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Wales is seeking a qualified Anatomical Pathology Technologist to support work within the mortuary at Singleton Hospital, Swansea. Responsibilities include assisting with post-mortems and ensuring compliance with departmental policies. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £22 - £25 per hour and provides access to mental health support and comprehensive compliance assistance. Applicants must have the RSPH Certificate and Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology and the full right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Access to Health Assured support

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Online CPD training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in modern mortuary and post-mortem techniques.
• Full UK right to work required.

Responsibilities

• Work flexibly within the mortuary and organize daily tasks.
• Assist with Coronial and hospital post-mortems.

Skills

Modern mortuary techniques

Post-mortem techniques

Flexible working

Education

RSPH Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology

RSPH Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Anatomical Pathology Technologist

Location: Singleton Hospital, Swansea

Band: Band 5

Contract Type: Locum

Salary: £22 - £25 per hour

About you

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT) to work within Hywel Dda Health Board. You will act as a qualified APT within the mortuary, and the role will involve performing a number of tasks including receipt and appropriate storage of the deceased, preparation for Post Mortem examination and release of the deceased in line with departmental policy, best practice and the Human Tissue Act, and in support of the Coroner, Pathologists and Police.

Key Responsibilities/Requirements

• To work flexibly and participate in the routine work of the mortuary, plan and organise own work on a daily basis ensuring results are produced in an accurate and timely manner.
• To assist with Coronial and hospital post-mortems.
• Experience of modern mortuary and post mortem techniques.
• RSPH Certificate and Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology.
• Full UK right to work.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate: £22 - £25 per hour.
• Access to Health Assured (mental health and wellbeing support).
• First access to shifts with the ability to block book shifts in advance.
• Comprehensive compliance support.
• Holiday pay, pension scheme, and online CPD training opportunities.

Why Choose Us

We are a friendly and approachable team committed to finding you locum roles to ensure you enjoy both your work life and your home life. We offer 24/7 support for all our clinicians - we are always here when you need us most.

If you are looking for a locum Pathology Technician role apply today.

How to Apply

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.