Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT)
Posted 1 hour 6 minutes ago by Whittington Health
Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Main area Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT) Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (On call element to role) Job ref 220-WHT-
Employer Whittington Health NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Whittington Hospital Town London Salary £38,488 - £46,852 Per annum inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 07/10/:59
Please note in order to progress your application, your data will be processed by our 3 rd party recruitment providers - North London Partners Shared Service, who conduct recruitment activities on behalf of Whittington Health NHS Trust.
By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of technology that can perform various tasks that typically required human intelligence. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role.
We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, it's important that examples and responses genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.
Whittington Health NHS Trust is committed to ensuring that its recruitment processes are carried out with integrity, transparency, and fairness for all applicants. To help maintain these standards, we ask candidates to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the recruitment process.
If incorrect or misleading information is identified, this may affect the progression of an application, any employment offer, or continued employment. As part of our due diligence, the company may verify the information provided by applicants and take appropriate act ion where necessary.
We do not charge applicants any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including applications, interviews, sponsorship arrangements, pre-employment checks, or employment offers. All vacancies are advertised through TRAC/NHS Jobs and candidates are assessed solely on their skills, qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role. If you are asked to make a payment in connection with an NHS job opportunity, please treat this as suspicious and contact the organisation directly using the details published on our official career's website.
Mortuary Services at the Whittington hospital incorporates a busy hospital mortuary as well as a public mortuary for the London Borough of Islington . The mortuary is fully licensed by the Human Tissue Authority, the UK regulatory body that oversees the use, storage and disposal of human tissue. 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 autopsy service to the police and wider community.
An opportunity has arisen within this mortuary for a newly 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.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will also contribute to supporting the hospital Medical Examiner (ME) system. This involves the administration of documentation pertaining to patients that die within the hospital and local community.
The candidate will 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 and senior APT. They will assist the mortuary manager and Senior APT in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff.
The candidate will display good organisational skills, whilst carrying out varied and complex tasks.
The candidate will also be required to assist with the arrangement of 'Public Health' funerals' on behalf of London Borough of Islington.
Close liaison with a variety of other professions including Coroner's officers, police, doctors, nursing staff and funeral directors is therefore an essential function, as is communication with bereaved family and friends.
The candidate will be required 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.
Candidates must have a reliable means of commuting to ensure consistent punctuality for the early morning shifts. Please note there is no parking on site
Working for our organisation We have an excellent reputation for being innovative, responsive and flexible to the changing clinical needs of the local population. We are treating more patients than ever before and are dedicated to improving services to deliver the best for our patients.
Our mission
Helping local people live longer, healthier lives.
Our vision
Provide safe, personal, co-ordinated care for the community we serve.
Our goals
We have developed six key strategic goals to make sure we continue to support people to live longer, healthier lives.
Our ICARE values have been created by our staff and are embedded in our appraisal and planning processes and form part of our staff excellence awards.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities To 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. To assist the mortuary manager in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff.
To deputise for the mortuary manager and Senior APT during periods of annual leave.
To complete audits as required by the mortuary manager and Senior APT, to have close liaison with the Designated Individual and attend regular governance meetings.
To 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.
To liaise with pathologists, hospital personnel, H.M. Coroner, funeral directors, police, members of the public etc.
To have, or be able to develop, good communication and interpersonal skills.
To have a sensitive and caring attitude towards bereaved family and friends
To strictly adhere to departmental standard operating procedures, health and safety guidelines and other relevant Trust and departmental policies.
To ensure Health and Safety standards are followed and maintained.
Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit prior to interview
Person specification Education and qualifications
To comply with the Trust's Safeguarding Children and Adults policies, procedures and protocols. All individual members of staff (paid or unpaid) have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults This will require you to:
Employer Whittington Health NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Whittington Hospital Town London Salary £38,488 - £46,852 Per annum inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 07/10/:59
Please note in order to progress your application, your data will be processed by our 3 rd party recruitment providers - North London Partners Shared Service, who conduct recruitment activities on behalf of Whittington Health NHS Trust.
By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of technology that can perform various tasks that typically required human intelligence. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role.
We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, it's important that examples and responses genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.
Whittington Health NHS Trust is committed to ensuring that its recruitment processes are carried out with integrity, transparency, and fairness for all applicants. To help maintain these standards, we ask candidates to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the recruitment process.
If incorrect or misleading information is identified, this may affect the progression of an application, any employment offer, or continued employment. As part of our due diligence, the company may verify the information provided by applicants and take appropriate act ion where necessary.
We do not charge applicants any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including applications, interviews, sponsorship arrangements, pre-employment checks, or employment offers. All vacancies are advertised through TRAC/NHS Jobs and candidates are assessed solely on their skills, qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role. If you are asked to make a payment in connection with an NHS job opportunity, please treat this as suspicious and contact the organisation directly using the details published on our official career's website.
Mortuary Services at the Whittington hospital incorporates a busy hospital mortuary as well as a public mortuary for the London Borough of Islington . The mortuary is fully licensed by the Human Tissue Authority, the UK regulatory body that oversees the use, storage and disposal of human tissue. 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 autopsy service to the police and wider community.
An opportunity has arisen within this mortuary for a newly 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.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will also contribute to supporting the hospital Medical Examiner (ME) system. This involves the administration of documentation pertaining to patients that die within the hospital and local community.
The candidate will 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 and senior APT. They will assist the mortuary manager and Senior APT in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff.
The candidate will display good organisational skills, whilst carrying out varied and complex tasks.
The candidate will also be required to assist with the arrangement of 'Public Health' funerals' on behalf of London Borough of Islington.
Close liaison with a variety of other professions including Coroner's officers, police, doctors, nursing staff and funeral directors is therefore an essential function, as is communication with bereaved family and friends.
The candidate will be required 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.
Candidates must have a reliable means of commuting to ensure consistent punctuality for the early morning shifts. Please note there is no parking on site
Working for our organisation We have an excellent reputation for being innovative, responsive and flexible to the changing clinical needs of the local population. We are treating more patients than ever before and are dedicated to improving services to deliver the best for our patients.
Our mission
Helping local people live longer, healthier lives.
Our vision
Provide safe, personal, co-ordinated care for the community we serve.
Our goals
We have developed six key strategic goals to make sure we continue to support people to live longer, healthier lives.
- To secure the best possible health and wellbeing for all our community
- To integrate and coordinate care in person-centred teams
- To support our patients and users in being active partners in their care
- To be recognised as a leader in the fields of medical and multi-professional education, and population-based clinical research
- To innovate and continuously improve the quality of our services to deliver the best outcomes for our local population
Our ICARE values have been created by our staff and are embedded in our appraisal and planning processes and form part of our staff excellence awards.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities To 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. To assist the mortuary manager in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff.
To deputise for the mortuary manager and Senior APT during periods of annual leave.
To complete audits as required by the mortuary manager and Senior APT, to have close liaison with the Designated Individual and attend regular governance meetings.
To 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.
To liaise with pathologists, hospital personnel, H.M. Coroner, funeral directors, police, members of the public etc.
To have, or be able to develop, good communication and interpersonal skills.
To have a sensitive and caring attitude towards bereaved family and friends
To strictly adhere to departmental standard operating procedures, health and safety guidelines and other relevant Trust and departmental policies.
To ensure Health and Safety standards are followed and maintained.
Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit prior to interview
Person specification Education and qualifications
- Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical pathology Technology or equivalent
- Management, organisation and control of work within a mortuary environment encompassing multiple disciplines e.g. General administration, autopsy workload, contract funerals, procurement, Medical Examiner service
- Working with the public in a hospital environment particularly in difficult and stressful situations
- Minimum of 1 year post qualification working in a mortuary with a busy workload
- Excellent knowledge of Licensing requirements i.e. Human Tissue Authority Codes of Practice
- Knowledge of the Coroner's and justice Act 2009
- Working in a mortuary that acts dually as a Bereavement Office
- Knowledge of the Medical Examiner system
- Knowledge of audits and quality management
- Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in stressful and emotional situations
- Ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines
- Remain calm in a pressurised environment
To comply with the Trust's Safeguarding Children and Adults policies, procedures and protocols. All individual members of staff (paid or unpaid) have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults This will require you to:
- Ensure you are familiar with and comply with the London Child Protection Procedures and protocols for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
- Ensure you are familiar and comply with theLondon Multi Agency Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Pan London Procedures. . click apply for full job details