anatomical pathology technologist

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; Presencial; GBP 25.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for an Anatomical Pathology Technologist to join the Mortuary and Bereavement Services team based primarily at Peterborough City Hospital, with occasional travel to Hinchingbrooke Hospital. A trainee Band 5 pathway may be considered, with in-house training while working towards the RSPH Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Science.

The post supports post-death care, mortuary administration and post mortem activities, in a compassionate,

Formación

• Anatomical pathology technologist qualification or trainee capacity
• Ability to work with bereaved families and sensitive post-death care
• Ability to coordinate post-mortem examinations and mortuary records

Responsabilidades

• Facilitate the admission, storage and release of patients
• Arrange and prepare patients for relative visitation
• Monitor the condition of deceased patients and implement appropriate care measures
• Prepare pregnancy loss cases for shared cremation or disposal arrangements
• Facilitate/accommodate organ/body donation requests
• Assist with patient identification and post-mortem scheduling
• Liaise with the coronial service and pathologists
• Create and maintain accurate mortuary records and documentation

Descripción del empleo

• Please note: Non-APT-Qualified applicants may also be considered for this role, in a trainee capacity. This would be appointed at Band 5 under Annex 21 and include in-house training whilst working towards the RSPH Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Science. The Pathology Team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Anatomical Pathology Technologist to join the Mortuary and Bereavement Services team. The post is primarily based at Peterborough City Hospital, with occasional travel to Hinchingbrooke Hospital required. The role of anatomical pathology technologist play plays a vital role in caring for the deceased, supporting bereaved families and related services following the death of a patient.Thepost holder will provide a compassionate, professional and responsive service, ensuring that all aspects of post-death care, post mortem examination and mortuary administration are completed accurately, sensitively and in accordance with Trust policies, legal requirements and national guidance. Working closely with the Bereavement Team, Medical Examiner Service, Coroner's Office, funeral directors and police, the post holder will contribute to a multidisciplinary approach that facilitates the timely and coordinated management of patients following death. Facilitate the admission, storage and release of patients Arrange and prepare patients for relative visitation Monitor the condition of deceased patients and implement appropriate care measures as required Prepare pregnancy loss cases for shared cremation and other sensitive disposal arrangements Facilitate/accommodate organ/body donation requests Assist with patient identification Review post-mortem examination requests Schedule post-mortem examinations Liaise with the coronial service and pathologists Complete patient organ evisceration and reconstruction Facilitate specialist examinations; including high risk, forensic and those with infestations Retrieve, package and transfer post-mortem samples Arrange off-site hospital paediatric post mortem examinations Create and maintain accurate records and documentation to ensure complete traceability Utilise hospital and pathology specific systems to complete patient records and samples tracking Complete regular scheduled audits and document reviews Assist with ensuring SOPs remain up-to-date and reviewed regularly Complete CPD Maintain competency records and up-to-date training Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of consumables Liaise with hospital wards, pathologists, the coronial service, police, funeral directors and other related services requiring assistance Assist bereaved relatives in a sensitive and compassionate manner Ensure compliance with HTA codes of practice and UKAS standards Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process. The post holder will contribute to maintaining a safe, secure and respectful environment within the Mortuary and Bereavement Centre, ensuring that the deceased are always treated with dignity and that bereaved families receive clear information, guidance and support at a difficult time. The role forms part of a small specialist team working across North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust sites to deliver a high-quality, patient-centred bereavement and mortuary service. If you are looking to develop your career in anatomical pathology and are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care, we would welcome your application to join our dedicated and supportive team. Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times Adhere to Trust policies and procedures