Anatomical Pathology Technologist

MFT; Manchester; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The post holder will work as an Anatomical Pathology Technician in the adult and paediatric mortuaries at MFT, handling receipt and release of deceased patients, assisting pathologists in postmortem examinations, and contributing to on-call arrangements.

Based at Manchester Royal Infirmary, the role includes on-call duties, adherence to HTA guidelines, and collaboration with Bereavement and Coroner services to ensure respectful and accurate mortuary processes.

Qualifikationen

• HTA knowledge required.
• LIMS experience preferred.
• BSI knowledge beneficial.
• Level 3/4 RSPH anatomy pathology qualifications or equivalent required.

Aufgaben

• Assist in standard and high risk postmortem examinations, including specialised techniques.
• Assist with release of deceased patients to authorised persons.
• Assist with receipt of deceased from hospital and community.
• Assist with viewing and identification of deceased.
• Perform all aspects of practical mortuary work of varying complexity.
• Liaise with the Bereavement Team, Coroner’s Offices and Coroner’s Liaison Officers.
• Liaise with other NHS departments and external agencies.
• Ensure data accuracy in Mortuary records and electronic systems.
• Disposal of tissue and patient samples in HTA guidelines.

Kenntnisse

HTA Knowledge

LIMS experience

BSI

Ausbildung

Level 3 RSPH in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent

Level 4 RSPH in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent

2 + years experience in mortuary

QMS

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Main area Anatomical Pathology Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (on-call) Job ref 349-CSS-8355159-RL4

Site Manchester Royal Infirmary Town Manchester Salary £32,073 - £39,043 Per Annum, (Pro Rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 12/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

The post holder will perform the duties of an anatomical pathology technician within the adult and paediatric mortuaries at MFT including receipt and release of deceased adults & children, conduct viewings and assisting pathologists in the conduction of postmortem examinations. The post holder will participate in on-call arrangements.

Main duties of the job

To assist in standard and high risk postmortem examinations, including assisting in postmortems using specialised techniques

To assist with the release of deceased patients to authorised persons in accordance with standard operating procedures

To assist with the receipt of deceased persons from the hospital and community in accordance with standard operating procedures

To assist with the viewing and identification of deceased.

To perform all aspects of practical mortuary work of varying complexity.

To liaise with the Trust Bereavement Team, Coroner’s Offices and the Coroner’s Liaison Officers for the needs of the service.

To liaise with other NHS departments and external agencies.

All employees have a duty to develop and deliver a customer focused service.

To be responsible for the accuracy of data entered and held by the Mortuary including that on electronic systems.

Disposal of tissue and patient samples in accordance with relevant HTA guidelines.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading.

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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

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Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.

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Person specification

Qualifications

• Level 3 RSPH in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent
• Level 4 RSPH in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent
• 2 + years experience in mortuary
• QMS

Patient care and experience

• Experience of Patient care
• On-call
• HTA Knowledge
• LIMS experience
• BSI

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.