Cadaver Theatre Technician

Freeman Hospital; Carthage (MO); On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking NHS foundation trust as a Cadaver Theatre Technician, where you will play a crucial role in supporting surgical educational events. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and excellent organizational skills, as you will work within a small team to ensure the smooth operation of the Newcastle Surgical Training Centre. Your responsibilities will include liaising with various departments, providing administrative support, and upholding the dignity of human tissue used in training. This role is perfect for those with an operating theatre background or a keen interest in anatomical preparation, offering full training and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Technical operating theatre expertise and willingness to work towards qualifications.
• Extensive IT experience, including spreadsheets and databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day activities of the Newcastle Surgical Training Centre.
• Provide technical support in a theatre environment.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

English Language GCSE C or above

RSPH Level 2 certificate

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Main area 317 Newcastle Surgical Training Centre 190061 Grade Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday Shifts between hours of 7.30am and 18.00pm) Job ref 317-2025-07-22-DR

Employer The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Freeman Hospital Town 317 01 Freeman Hospital Salary £26,530 - £29,114 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 23/02/2025 23:59 Interview date 07/03/2025

Cadaver Theatre Technician

Band 4

Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest and largest NHS foundation trusts in the country, with around 15,000 staff and an annual budget of £1.6 billion.

The NSTC is a state of the art training facility specialising in human tissue and anatomical examination. It is expected that the incumbent will be capable of speaking to Senior Clinician and Ancillary Staff alike. The Cadaver Theatre Technician works within a small technical team of 4 staff that work together to plan and prepare for Surgical educational events. This role would suit someone from an Operating Theatre background or someone who is interested in honing skills in anatomical preparation, theatre set-up and procedures. You will have a sense of humour and the ability to think on your feet to problem solve. Full training will be provided. Once established in position the post holder will be required to complete the RSPH Level 2 certificate, Certificate in Mortuary Support.

Main duties of the job

• To assist the Business Manager and Cadaveric Lab Manager in the day-to-day activities of the Newcastle Surgical Training Centre
• To provide a liaison between internal and external departments and Industry
• To provide support for educational events
• To provide administration and support for acceptance of cadavers used in anatomical teaching in accordance with statutory government legislation
• Uphold the dignity and respect of Human Tissue utilised within the Newcastle Surgical Training Centre (NSTC)
• To provide technical support in a theatre environment

Person specification

Qualifications & Education

• English Language GCSE C or above plus knowledge and relevant technical operating theatre expertise
• RSPH Level 2 certificate, Certificate in Mortuary Support or equivalent level experience and a willingness to work toward qualification within a set period

Knowledge & Experience

• Extensive IT experience including familiarity with spreadsheets, and databases
• Knowledge of NHS
• Medical Terminology
• Experience of planning and organisation

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent organisational skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to interpret and present information

Important note on completion of reference section of Application Form

All references from current and previous employers will be sought and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover 3 years employment. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.