Job Title: Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT)
Agency: Whittington Hospital NHS Trust
Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 38,488 – 46,852 £ / Year

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Job Summary

Whittington Mortuary Services include a busy hospital mortuary and a public mortuary for the London Borough of Islington. The mortuary is fully licensed by the Human Tissue Authority. An autopsy service of the highest standard is provided both for the hospital and H.M Coroner, Inner North London District.

The mortuary also offers a CT scan and autopsy service to the police and wider community.

An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician to join our team. The individual must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent. They must be motivated, enthusiastic and flexible and able to work in a challenging and sensitive environment with a calm and professional attitude. Frequent exposure to emotional and distressing situations is required to carry out this role.

The candidate will support the hospital Medical Examiner (ME) system, involving the administration of documentation pertaining to patients who die within the hospital and the local community.

The candidate will carry out the technical work of the department, including the management of the autopsy suite and body handling area, as required by the mortuary manager and senior APT. They will assist the mortuary management team in the monitoring and control of work, supervision, and training of junior staff.

The candidate will be required to assist with the arrangement of ‘Public Health’ funerals on behalf of the borough of Islington.

Main duties of the job

• Carry out the technical work of the department with particular reference to the management of the autopsy suite and body handling area as required by the mortuary manager, working with the management team in the monitoring and control of work and supervision/training of junior staff.
• Deputise for the mortuary manager & Senior APT during periods of leave.
• Complete audits as required & attend regular meetings.
• Contribute to the promotion and adherence to Health and Safety within the department by carrying out relevant training and attending appropriate courses suitable for the role.
• Liaise with pathologists, hospital personnel, H.M. Coroner, funeral directors, police, members of the public etc.
• Maintain a sensitive and caring attitude towards bereaved family and friends
• Close liaison with a variety of professions, including Coroner’s officers, police, doctors, nursing staff, and funeral directors, is an essential function, as is communication with bereaved family and friends.
• Strictly adhere to departmental operating procedures, health and safety guidelines, and other relevant policies, and ensure Health and Safety standards are followed and maintained.
• There is a requirement to participate in the ‘Out of Hours’ on-call system.
• The Whittington mortuary is open 8am – 4pm Monday to Friday, but these times will be flexible, dependent on the autopsy schedule, which often begins before 6am.
• Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit before the interview.

How to Apply;

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