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Anatomical Pathological Technologist
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
The post holder will act professionally, respectfully, and sensitively, maintaining the reputation of the Mortuary Department and The Christie NHSFT.
They will uphold confidentiality in line with Trust policies, GDPR, Information Governance, and HTA requirements. Working independently and within a multidisciplinary team, they will follow SOP, Health and Safety legislation, and Trust guidelines, reporting incidents, hazards, and equipment defects as required. The role includes maintaining accurate mortuary records, completing and securely storing documentation, coordinating appointments for funeral directors, and supporting bereaved families.
The post holder will liaise with the Medical Examiner's Office, police, funeral directors, pathology, and other services to ensure the lawful and timely release of deceased patients and specimens. Responsibilities include receiving, identifying, and booking in deceased patients, preparing them for viewing, release, or post-mortem examination, recording personal belongings, and maintaining dignity. They will assist with autopsies, specimen collection and processing, and reconstruction procedures. The role requires exposure to distressing situations, manual handling, and safe working with hazardous substances. Additional duties include cleaning, infection prevention, stock control, audits, training support, routine checks, and contributing to service improvement to deliver a safe, effective, and compassionate mortuary service.
Lead Anatomical Pathological Technologist
Northampton
At West Northants Council, it’s about our people and the difference they make.
As our Lead Anatomical Pathological Technician, you will play a vital leadership role within the County Mortuary, ensuring the highest standards of care, professionalism and compliance are upheld at all times. You’ll lead the delivery of post mortem services across adult, paediatric and forensic cases, while supporting the Coroners and Service Manager to maintain the mortuary’s Human Tissue Authority licence and regulatory standards. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership, helping shape a service that supports our communities with dignity, compassion and excellence.
Service Lead for Mortuary and Bereavement
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
To provide a professional, proactive and sensitive service to bereaved relatives, whilst ensuring the Trust’s statutory obligations are fulfilled. To take responsibilty in continuously review practice and develop policies which incorporate national guidance and Human Tissue Authority Legislation. To work closely with other key professionals both within and outside the Trust in order to meet individual needs. To promote an awareness of bereavement issue within a multi faith, multi-cultural environment.
The post holder will be the Service Lead for Mortuary and Bereavement ensuring that day to day running of the service is achieved at a high standard. a There will be interaction and occasional cross site working with the sister service at the Princess Royal Site.