Anatomical Pathology Technologist

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust; Rother; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension

Temporary Workforce Service enrolment

Onsite nurseries

Staff restaurants

Accommodation

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite parking from £50 a year

Job summary

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust's Mortuary Team invites applications from professional individuals to provide a safe, dignified mortuary service across Trust sites. The role supports the Coroner's Service, HTA licensing compliance and ISO 15189 standards.

Applicants should hold a Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology and be registered with AHCS or Science Council, or be progressing along the anatomical pathology technology career pathway.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 and Level 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology and be registered with AHCS or Science Council.
• Applicants holding a Level 3 Diploma and professional registration will also be considered, as will progression through the career pathway.

Responsibilities

• admissions and release procedures
• supporting post-mortem examinations
• maintaining tissue traceability records and ensuring compliance with HTA requirements, legislation and professional standards
• liaising with the Coroner's Office, Bereavement Services and Medical Examiner's Office
• monitoring stock and equipment
• undertaking audits
• contributing to quality improvement activities
• supporting the review of SOPs
• participating in the on-call rota and providing support across Eastbourne DGH and Conquest Hospital
• maintaining professional knowledge and contributing to sharing best practice

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology

Level 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mortuary Team at ESHT. This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate, motivated and professional individual to contribute to the delivery of a high-quality mortuary service supporting both the Trust and Coroner's Service.

We welcome applications from candidates who hold a Level 3 and Level 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology and are registered with the AHCS or Science Council. Applicants holding a Level 3 Diploma and professional registration will also be considered, as will those committed to progressing through the Anatomical Pathology Technology career pathway.

As part of our mortuary team, you will provide a safe, efficient and dignified service. Duties include the admission and release of deceased patients, assisting with post-mortem examinations, supporting mortuary operations and ensuring compliance with Human Tissue Authority (HTA) licensing requirements and ISO 15189 standards. The role also involves working across Trust sites and participating in the out-of-hours rota.

The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, compassion and respect at all times, with the ability to work effectively in emotionally challenging situations.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and experienced team. Whether you are already qualified or progressing within Anatomical Pathology Technology, we will support your professional development and career aspirations.

As a key member of the Mortuary Team, you will provide a comprehensive mortuary service for East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, ensuring the highest standards of care, dignity and respect for deceased patients at all times.

Key responsibilities

• admissions and release procedures
• supporting post-mortem examinations
• maintaining tissue traceability records and ensuring compliance with Human Tissue Authority (HTA) requirements, legislation and professional standards
• liaising with the Coroner's Office, Bereavement Services and Medical Examiner's Office to support effective service delivery
• monitoring stock and equipment
• undertaking audits
• contributing to quality improvement activities
• supporting the review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• participating in the on-call rota and providing support across Eastbourne District General Hospital and Conquest Hospital as required
• maintaining professional knowledge and contributing to the sharing of best practice within the team

We are seeking a professional, resilient and motivated individual with excellent communication and organisational skills, a commitment to high standards and the ability to work effectively in sensitive and emotionally challenging situations.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated team and make a valuable contribution to patients, families and partner organisations during some of life's most sensitive moments.

Benefits

• staff development
• enrolment in the NHS pension scheme
• auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service
• access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
• free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust,

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