Senior Mortuary Technician – Locum, Full-Time, Flexible

Sanctuary Personnel; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time work

Accommodation available

Career development

Flexible working environment

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Band 6 Mortuary Technician in Leicester. The role involves post-mortem assistance, organ/tissue retrievals, body reconstruction, and patient administration.

You will liaise with pathologists, coroners, and funeral directors while upholding health and safety standards. Requirements include APT with RSPH, HCPC registration, and at least 12 months NHS mortuary experience, including paediatric post-mortems.

Qualifications

• APT Certification with RSPH required; higher Diploma desirable.
• At least 12 months NHS mortuary experience; minimum 3 months post-certification.
• Experience in a busy mortuary with coronial/forensic involvement including paediatric post-mortems.
• HCPC registration is required.
• Flexibility and good physical health; no known musculoskeletal issues.
• Driver's license preferable for commuting.

Responsibilities

• Perform mortuary duties including assisting with post-mortem examinations, organ and tissue retrievals, and body reconstruction.
• Conduct patient administration duties, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date.
• Liaise with pathologists, coroners, and funeral directors.
• Maintain health and safety standards within the mortuary and adhere to protocols and legislation.
• Provide professional support in forensic, coronial, and paediatric investigations.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to keep skills honed and up-to-date.

Skills

Post-mortem duties

Forensic experience

Liaison with pathologists

Health & safety compliance

Physical health

Education

APT Certification with RSPH

Higher Diploma (desirable)

HCPC registration

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Band 6 Mortuary Technician in Leicester. The role involves post-mortem assistance, organ/tissue retrievals, body reconstruction, and patient administration.

You will liaise with pathologists, coroners, and funeral directors while upholding health and safety standards. Requirements include APT with RSPH, HCPC registration, and at least 12 months NHS mortuary experience, including paediatric post-mortems.