Job summary
Mortuary services at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust and South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are provided collaboratively between the two Trusts and there is a requirement for the post holder to work across all Trust sites.
The service provides both Coronal and Forensic post-mortems. Post mortems are undertaken primarily at The James Cook University Hospital site and body storage facilities are available at all four hospital sites.
We pride ourselves on delivering a high quality service which ensures the dignity, respect and care for the deceased and bereaved and are looking to recruit a candidate who shares these values.
The department has full UKAS accreditation and is licensed by HTA. CPD is actively encouraged.
An opportunity exists for an Anatomical Pathology Technologist (APT) to join the Mortuary department. The post holder will be part of a cross site team providing a high quality, flexible, efficient and co-ordinated mortuary and bereavement support service to the Trust and Coroner's Service.
Main duties of the job
Applicants for the Band 5 position must hold the L4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology awarded by The Royal Society of Public Health and be trained in both Mortuary APT and Bereavement Support functions.
Applications are welcome from candidates holding the L3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology awarded by The Royal Society of Public Health. You would be recruited at Band 4 and required to complete the L4 qualification prior to progressing to Band 5.
Applications are welcome from candidates wishing to join as an apprentice. You must meet the minimum eligibility criteria to apply including being 18 years or older and a UK resident for at least 3 years.
As an apprentice, you would be recruited at Band 3 and be required to complete the L3 qualification prior to progressing to Band 4 and the L4 qualification prior to progressing to band 5.
The nature of the job is such that it demands high standards of integrity. You must be able to work as part of a team or alone. Physical aspects require preparation of patients for autopsy, moving patients and family viewings. It is essential that you have good interpersonal skills with the ability to show empathy and deal sensitively with bereaved families.
About us
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust now form University Hospitals Tees and as such you may be required to work at any site across both Trusts.
At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, we want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development.
We recruit for values and "Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification
Although core working days are currently Monday to Friday, you will be required to work flexibly around the needs of the service and participate in the 1 in 4 out of hours on call roster which includes weekend working
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification
Although core working days are currently Monday to Friday, you will be required to work flexibly around the needs of the service and participate in the 1 in 4 out of hours on call roster which includes weekend working
Person Specification
Qulification
Essential
- Holds Level 3 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
- Holds Level 4 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
- Full British driving licence
- Where applicable - meets the criteria for apprenticeship
Desirable
- Member of the Association of Anatomical Pathology Technologists
Experience
Essential
- Extensive mortuary experience
- Has supervised and been involved with the training of other staff
- Can demonstrate experience of working within guidelines/protocols
Desirable
- Participated in out of hours on-call system
- Worked in NHS mortuary
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of routine and specialised dissection and reconstruction techniques
- Knowledge of Human Tissue Authority codes of Practice
- Knowledge of the functions of the Coronial system
- Knowledge of UKAS system and standards
Skills
Desirable
- Literate in laboratory computerised and PC office applications
Person Specification
Qulification
Essential
- Holds Level 3 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
- Holds Level 4 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
- Full British driving licence
- Where applicable - meets the criteria for apprenticeship
Desirable
- Member of the Association of Anatomical Pathology Technologists
Experience
Essential
- Extensive mortuary experience
- Has supervised and been involved with the training of other staff
- Can demonstrate experience of working within guidelines/protocols
Desirable
- Participated in out of hours on-call system
- Worked in NHS mortuary
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of routine and specialised dissection and reconstruction techniques
- Knowledge of Human Tissue Authority codes of Practice
- Knowledge of the functions of the Coronial system
- Knowledge of UKAS system and standards
Skills
Desirable
- Literate in laboratory computerised and PC office applications
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).
