Job summary We are looking for a Level 3 diploma qualified Anatomical Pathology Technologist to assist the Service Manager and the Team of Anatomical Pathology Technicians and MEO's in the running of a safe, secure, effective and comprehensive mortuary, post mortem examination and medical examiner service for the needs of the hospital, HM Coroner and the Community and to ensure that deceased patients and their relatives are treated with dignity and respect at all times. Consideration will be given to an applicant who is currently working towards their level 3 qualification and has a reasonable level of mortuary experience. Further training in all aspects of mortuary provision will be given in order to perform a broad range of duties under the supervision of a fully trained and qualified member of staff (where applicable). An opportunity to attend the relevant diploma/level 4 course and sit the diploma/level 4 examination will be offered when the appropriate competencies have been achieved. Main duties of the job To work within the team of APT's and MEO's To receive further training in advanced aspects of mortuary work and assist the APT's and consultant pathologists with routine, non-routine, CT, special and high-risk post mortem examinations, as appropriate Participation in an out of hours on call rota will be required when deemed competent with general mortuary duties, front of house service, office functions and body handling elements. To receive patients and ensure that they are accurately identified, registered, weighed, measured and labelled prior to storage. To keep accurate records of jewellery or valuables that may accompany the deceased, in line with Trust policy. To keep records up to date and stored safely to ensure compliance with good work practices for the standards of accreditation and Human Tissue Act. To facilitate the release of the deceased to funeral directors, in line with Trust and Coroner's policy. Closing date of applications: 10 February 2025 Interview date: 24 February 2025 About us As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts: We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff. Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary Depending on experience Dependant on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 320-CDCS-3462 Job locations Derbyshire Pathology at Chesterfield Royal Hospital Top Road Calow, Chesterfield S44 5BL Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good basic general education, including science (4 x GCSE grade C or above - including a science) Hold the Certificate / Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology (RSPH) or currently working towards (If working towards must have significant element of mortuary experience) Desirable Health and Safety training Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience with the deceased in a mortuary environment Experience of working to set procedures/guidelines Experience of the hospital environment Desirable Initiative Skills Essential Good communication and organisational skills Ability to interact sensitively with the public Understanding of confidentiality Desirable Ability to work methodically Understanding of the Coronial system Knowledge of the Human Tissue Act and codes of practice. Knowledge of Home Office/special examinations/CTPM examinations Personal Qualities Essential Adaptable/flexible Good interpersonal skills Team worker Good telephone manner Friendly/polite Confident nature Desirable Smart appearance Ability to communicate with other professional groups in the Trust Desire to obtain/works towards the Diploma / Level 4 award in Anatomical Pathology Technology (RSPH) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good basic general education, including science (4 x GCSE grade C or above - including a science) Hold the Certificate / Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology (RSPH) or currently working towards (If working towards must have significant element of mortuary experience) Desirable Health and Safety training Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience with the deceased in a mortuary environment Experience of working to set procedures/guidelines Experience of the hospital environment Desirable Initiative Skills Essential Good communication and organisational skills Ability to interact sensitively with the public Understanding of confidentiality Desirable Ability to work methodically Understanding of the Coronial system Knowledge of the Human Tissue Act and codes of practice. Knowledge of Home Office/special examinations/CTPM examinations Personal Qualities Essential Adaptable/flexible Good interpersonal skills Team worker Good telephone manner Friendly/polite Confident nature Desirable Smart appearance Ability to communicate with other professional groups in the Trust Desire to obtain/works towards the Diploma / Level 4 award in Anatomical Pathology Technology (RSPH) 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. Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Address Derbyshire Pathology at Chesterfield Royal Hospital Top Road Calow, Chesterfield S44 5BL Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)