Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technologist
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation TrustJob overview
Applications are invited for the post of Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technologist for the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Mortuary Service.
We are looking for a highly-motivated trainee to join our enthusiastic team in maintaining and developing service quality.
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- Applicants must have excellent communication skills, display meticulous attention to detail and have a will to develop a detailed knowledge of Mortuary function and end-of-life care and a good understanding of mortuary services. For trainee posts interview preference will be given to individuals with transferrable skills or direct experience of working in end-of-life care or allied services.
- Our service is comprised of an HTA-licensed mortuary site providing hospital and Coronial services for South Devon. In total, around 600 Coronial Post Mortems are carried out annually.
- Applicants should have some awareness of the HTA. The successful candidate will have either direct experience or a detailed understanding of working with community partners, The Coroner’s Office and Bereavement services, with an innate empathic approach towards the bereaved and a supportive attitude to colleagues in an emotionally and physically demanding workplace.
- The role will include participating in the 24/7 on-call service. We strongly encourage potential applicants to evaluate the practical elements of being available to respond to calls and be on site out-of-hours 1 week in 4 before applying
- Permanent position: 37.5 hours per week + on call
Working for our organisation
At Torbay Hospital Mortuary, the team pride ourselves on our caring and empathic approach to deceased patients and bereaved relatives. We believe that care doesn't stop when a patient passes away, and endeavour to continue to care for that individual whilst they are in our care, with respect and dignity for the patient being paramount. We are looking for someone to join our team who will share these values.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Admission & Release of deceased patients
- Assisting the Pathologist in Post Mortem examinations
- Facilitating viewing of deceased patients by their relatives
- Participating in a 24/7 on call rota, once competent
- Maintaining accurate Mortuary records using the Eden computer system
- Work towards attaining the Diploma Level 3 in Anatomical Pathology Technology.
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
- Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
- Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
- Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
- Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
- If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
- It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.