Job summary
ESEL Pathology Partnership
Pathology / Cellular Pathology
Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT) Band 5
37.5 Hrs per Week
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Mortuary team. This post will be based at Whitechapel but on occasion the successful candidate may be required to visit any of the other sites with a Deceased Holding Unit. The post holder will be required to assist in all aspects of Mortuary Services including post mortem provision for adults, perinatal/paediatric cases and care of the deceased.
You will assist with Porters competency training/ Hospital medical staff inductions and attend meetings with our service users. Potential applicants should pay particular attention to the Job Description and Person Specification for this post to ensure meeting the respective criteria.
Main duties of the job
The mortuary services at Barts Health comprise of one mortuary facility based at the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel and 4 other deceased holding units within the Trust at St Bartholomew's, Newham, Whipps Cross and Mile End.
The Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics Division provides diagnostic and screening services for the whole of North East London. Our facilities are close to underground and DLR services. The Mortuary service performs approximately 200 post mortems Per annum and is regional referral centre for perinatal cases. The Mortuary is HTA accredited. Our commitment to supporting continuing professional development is evidenced by an excellent training record
About us
The NHS East andSouth EastLondon Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health. The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021.Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme toestablisha single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS). The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership. The Partnership has three operational divisions:
Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistr, Microbiology and Virology and Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostic
The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE. We strive to live by ourWeCarevalues and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate,cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within the Pathology Partnership and Barts Health at this band
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an informal discussion please contact Mrs Lynne Pulham 0203 2460190The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within ourorganization, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an informal discussion please contact Mrs Lynne Pulham 0203 2460190The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within ourorganization, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE passes inc English and Maths or equivalent
- Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology or Level 3 Diploma
Experience
Essential
- At least two years' experience in anatomical pathology technology. Level 3 Diploma/ in Anatomical Pathology Technology
- Experience of teaching junior staff
Desirable
- 2 Years experience, will consider candidate currently undertaking the Level 3 Diploma
Knowledge
Essential
- H&S Legislation and Procedures
- Quality Management Systems
Desirable
- Previous Mortuary based work experience
- Knowledge of Governance procedures
Skills
Essential
- Competent in complex anatomical pathology techniques
- Intermediate computer skills
- Able to communicate effectively with staff (written and verbal)
- Able to effectively communicate with a wide range of service users
Desirable
Personal and people development
Essential
- Reliable, responsible, organised person.
- Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
- Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
- The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
- Able to work as part of a team.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE passes inc English and Maths or equivalent
- Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology or Level 3 Diploma
Experience
Essential
- At least two years' experience in anatomical pathology technology. Level 3 Diploma/ in Anatomical Pathology Technology
- Experience of teaching junior staff
Desirable
- 2 Years experience, will consider candidate currently undertaking the Level 3 Diploma
Knowledge
Essential
- H&S Legislation and Procedures
- Quality Management Systems
Desirable
- Previous Mortuary based work experience
- Knowledge of Governance procedures
Skills
Essential
- Competent in complex anatomical pathology techniques
- Intermediate computer skills
- Able to communicate effectively with staff (written and verbal)
- Able to effectively communicate with a wide range of service users
Desirable
Personal and people development
Essential
- Reliable, responsible, organised person.
- Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
- Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
- The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
- Able to work as part of a team.
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
