Senior Anatomical Pathology Technician
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Job summary
Here is an opportunity for you to join our pathology team as a Senior Anatomical Pathology Technician.
You will assist in the supervision of staff and participate in all aspects of work in the Broomfield Mortuary.
You will undertake daily administration and organisation of the work, including all aspects of body handling, receipt and release, post mortem examinations, and viewings. Particular attention must be paid to mortuary hygiene and health and safety responsibilities. Train mortuary staff, porters and other staff entering the mortuary to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!
Main duties of the job
- You will work closely with the Mortuary team in the day-to-day running and planning of the mortuary service in the southwest Essex area.
- To facilitate the autopsies for consultant pathologists, forensic pathologists, and coroner's officers. Liaise with police officers and scenes of crime officers.
- Support the medical staff, nursing staff, other hospital staff, and funeral directors.
- Assist the bereavement team supporting directly with emotional bereaved families and friends, providing comfort and relevant information when required.
- Liaise with tissue donor personnel. Support the trainee APTs with their learning.
- To contribute towards the smooth running of the service and compliance with regulatory standards at all times.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Details
Date posted
22 November 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 a year per annum ( pro rata for part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-CSS-BR-1585
Job locations
Bromfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bromfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer's website
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