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Anatomical Pathology Technologist
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- Req#: C9358-24-0111?language=en&page=1561&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Holds Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology
- Broad general education to GCSE level or equivalent
- Holds Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology
- Science / healthcare qualification
- Previous mortuary experience
- Experience of working to CPA/UKAS and HTA standards.
- Displays empathy and a pleasant, helpful manner.
- Flexible approach to team working
- Uses effective and accurate written and verbal communication
- Previous experience of working with the bereaved
- Good attention to detail
- Can work accurately and methodically according to written procedures
- Aware of own limitations
- Can plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines
- Physical ability to perform intricate tasks required
- Good manual dexterity
- Demonstrates sensitivity in difficult situations
- Good keyboard and IT skills
- Experience in the use of iLab and/or other Pathology IT systems
- Holds Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology
- Broad general education to GCSE level or equivalent
- Holds Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology
- Science / healthcare qualification
- Previous mortuary experience
- Experience of working to CPA/UKAS and HTA standards.
- Displays empathy and a pleasant, helpful manner.
- Flexible approach to team working
- Uses effective and accurate written and verbal communication
- Previous experience of working with the bereaved
- Good attention to detail
- Can work accurately and methodically according to written procedures
- Aware of own limitations
- Can plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines
- Physical ability to perform intricate tasks required
- Good manual dexterity
- Demonstrates sensitivity in difficult situations
- Good keyboard and IT skills
- Experience in the use of iLab and/or other Pathology IT systems
Job summary
University Hospitals of Leicester, Mortuary Service cares for approximately 6500 patients each year and is capable of accommodating up to 700 patients simultaneously.
We performed over two 2000 post mortems last year. This included adult, perinatal, paediatric, hospital, coronial and forensic examinations. We received referrals, from across the UK, for coronial paediatric, bariatric and patients with group 3 pathogens, including prion disease.
We have been at the forefront of developing CT as a non-invasive diagnostic alternative to traditional post-mortem for a number of years and currently derive a cause of death using CT on approximately 85% of Coronial post-mortems. We advocate external only and limited examinations where possible and also perform clinical intervention as preparation for angiograms
This application will close once sufficient applications have been received. This can happen quickly, therefore early application is advised.
Main duties of the job
Continual growth of our service means we have a vacancy for an Anatomical Pathology Technologist; the successful candidate would join our small team of qualified and trainee APT's supported by Assistant Technical Officers and administrative staff.
We are looking to recruit an experienced Anatomical Pathology Technologist holding as a minimum the RPSH Certificate. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in all our post mortem specialities but consideration will be given to those who have not had the opportunity to work in centres where paediatric or Forensic cases are performed. Such a candidate would be given training and support to achieve competency.
All our APT's participate in an on-call roster and are entitled to a retention payment in addition to the usual standby and on-call payments.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
o We are compassionate
o We are proud
o We are inclusive
o We are one team
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Date posted
24 January 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
Depending on experience Band 6 dependant on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
358-5886924-CSI
Job locations
Leicester Royal Infirmary (base)
Infirmary Square
LEICESTER
LE1 5WW
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
Work in our mortuary involves a significant amount of physical, manual work and can be emotionally challenging. Appropriate advice from Trust health and safety professionals may be sought during the recruitment process to ensure prospective new team members are appropriately supported.
Job responsibilities
Work in our mortuary involves a significant amount of physical, manual work and can be emotionally challenging. Appropriate advice from Trust health and safety professionals may be sought during the recruitment process to ensure prospective new team members are appropriately supported.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
Physical skills
Essential
Desirable
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
Desirable
Education & Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
Physical skills
Essential
Desirable
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
Desirable
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Leicester Royal Infirmary (base)
Infirmary Square
LEICESTER
LE1 5WW
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Leicester Royal Infirmary (base)
Infirmary Square
LEICESTER
LE1 5WW
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.