Compassionate Mortuary Services Administrator

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; Hasland; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym

Onsite fitness classes

Car schemes

Job summary

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a well-organised Mortuary Administrator to provide administrative, reception and operational support within the Mortuary Service. You will help ensure respectful admission, care and release of deceased persons, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

The role involves supporting Anatomical Pathology Technologists and liaising with bereaved families, the Coroner and other stakeholders in a sensitive,

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting with multi-disciplinary teams across organisational boundaries.
• A commitment to life-long learning and undertaking personal development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, reception and operational support within the Mortuary Service.
• Assist Anatomical Pathology Technologists and colleagues in delivering a safe, secure and efficient service.
• Maintain dignity of the deceased and support needs of bereaved families, HM Coroner and related teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Discretion

Keyboard skills

NHS IT systems

Education

GCSEs including science (4 x GCSE grade C or above)

Basic Computer / IT qualification

Tools

NHS IT software systems

Job description

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a well-organised Mortuary Administrator to provide administrative, reception and operational support within the Mortuary Service. You will help ensure respectful admission, care and release of deceased persons, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

The role involves supporting Anatomical Pathology Technologists and liaising with bereaved families, the Coroner and other stakeholders in a sensitive,