Trainee/ Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician

NHS; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS in Gateshead seeks a Trainee/ Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician to carry out routine and advanced post mortem procedures, including preparation of the deceased for viewing, autopsy and police identification. Trainee will train to work towards the above role.

On qualification, participate in a 24/7 on-call rota across 3 SOTW sites with core shift patterns 8:00–16:00 or 8:30–16:30 depending on service needs.

Qualifications

• 3 GCSEs or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in a health care setting or funeral service.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and advanced post mortem procedures.
• Prepare the deceased for viewing, autopsy and police identification.
• Provide specialist advice to users of the service within the Trust.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Basic computer skills

Manual dexterity & coordination

Work under pressure

Lift/move heavy loads

Operate equipment

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

Trainee/ Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician

As part of the team the qualified post holder will have developed knowledge experience and competency in specialised anatomical pathology techniques. It is a primary role of the post to carry out both routine and advanced post mortem procedures including the preparation of the deceased for viewing, autopsy and police identification. The post holder will provide specialist advice to users of the service within and out with the Trust in a manner commensurate with the sensitive nature of the work. Any trainee will be trained to work towards the above job description.

Once qualified the successful candidate will participate in a 24/ 7 on call rota which covers all 3 SOTW sites. The core working shift pattern is 8-4pm or 8.30-4.30pm depending on service needs .

Main duties of the job

As part of the team the qualified post holder will have developed knowledge experience and competency in specialised anatomical pathology techniques. It is a primary role of the post to carry out both routine and advanced post mortem procedures including the preparation of the deceased for viewing, autopsy and police identification. The post holder will provide specialist advice to users of the service within and out with the Trust in a manner commensurate with the sensitive nature of the work. Any trainee will be trained to work towards the above job description.

About us

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.

Job responsibilities

As part of the team the qualified post holder will have developed knowledge experience and competency in specialised anatomical pathology techniques. It is a primary role of the post to carry out both routine and advanced post mortem procedures including the preparation of the deceased for viewing, autopsy and police identification. The post holder will provide specialist advice to users of the service within and out with the Trust in a manner commensurate with the sensitive nature of the work. Any trainee will be trained to work towards the above job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• 3 GCSE's or equivalent qualification

Experience

• Experience in a health care setting or funeral service

Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills Good manual dexterity and co-ordination
• Ability to work under pressure for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift/move heavy loads and operate equipment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cellpath Laboratory Manager/ Mortuary Manager

£28,392 to £39,043 a yearDependent on qualifications