Job summary
This Assistant Anatomical Pathology Technologist post would suit an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work alone and as part of our team. The duties associated with this role are physically and mentally demanding; an essential part is an empathic approach with our bereaved families and to always support the dignity of the deceased patients. Physical exertion is routine with participation in moving deceased patients, preparing, and facilitating family viewings. Administrative duties such as liaising with funeral directors, Essex County Council and the Coroner's office are core responsibilities of this role.
In addition to a Postmortem Service, we provide a viewing service for bereaved relatives, run the body store and work with Funeral Directors and Bereavement Services to ensure an integrated service for our deceased patients and their relatives.
Main duties of the job
The role of mortuary assistant is integral to mortuary operations including daily administration tasks and organisation of the work, including all aspects of body handling, receipt and release, and viewings.
You will participate in the review and completion of audits, risk assessments and competencies.
Particular attention must be paid to mortuary hygiene, and health and safety responsibilities. You will supervise porters and other non-mortuary staff entering the mortuary to ensure a safe and efficient working environment and will be expected to work across sites when capacity and demand requires.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's or equivalent higher education qualifications
Desirable
- Grades in biology or another relevant scientific field
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Computer literate with data input accuracy
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of modern mortuary practice
Communication Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal skills when dealing with bereaved relatives and discussing sensitive matters with compassion.
Desirable
- Must be able to work under pressure and remain calm and diplomatic
Other
Essential
- Must have driving license and access to a Vehicle
Desirable
- Willing to cross site cover other sites
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's or equivalent higher education qualifications
Desirable
- Grades in biology or another relevant scientific field
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Computer literate with data input accuracy
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of modern mortuary practice
Communication Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal skills when dealing with bereaved relatives and discussing sensitive matters with compassion.
Desirable
- Must be able to work under pressure and remain calm and diplomatic
Other
Essential
- Must have driving license and access to a Vehicle
Desirable
- Willing to cross site cover other sites
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).
