Job summary
Great Ormond Street Hospital Mortuary is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the post of an Anatomical Pathology Technologist (APT). We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our HTA and ISO credited forward thinking team.
Main duties of the job
You will already have a significant range of skills and expertise in a mortuary environment. You must be able to communicate well with people and be willing to participate in all activities related to the mortuary. You will work as part of a team, with other professionals and provide an exceptional service. The duties are both physical and practical and include document control (electronic and written), preparing patients for family visits and dealing with families directly. Meticulous attention to detail, recall of information, and ability to work with others, especially the bereaved, is vital.
You will have experience and a clear understanding of working with the deceased and bereaved ideally in a paediatric/perinatal environment. You will demonstrate knowledge of the processes following death including documentation and options available to the bereaved. You will demonstrate their ability to follow instruction in their application form and must be able to support any statements made. Demonstration of knowledge of the following standards relevant to the processes applied in the mortuary environment is expected: HTA, ISO (ISO 15189), and Bereavement Services Standards.
The post may be withdrawn before the closing date advertised. You are advised to submit your application form as soon as possible.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Certificate and Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology. (RSPH or RIPHH) Or Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology.
- GCSE in Maths, English and Science
- Fellowship of the Association of Anatomical Pathology Technology
Desirable
- Science Council registered
- Training and experience of working in a paediatric area
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to eviscerate and reconstruct all types of post mortems. (Coroners, Forensic, Paediatric, Neuropath, Infection risk)
- Ability to liaise with others, plan and prioritise referrals and carry out all general duties.
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work. Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work without supervision and to organise and manage own workload and meet deadlines.
- Competent computer skills, use of QPulse, PIMs, PACS or other mortuary electronic recording systems.
Desirable
- Ability to take post mortem consent.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Coroners and Hospital documentation, including consent forms and information necessary to carry out post mortem examinations.
- Medical Terminology
- An understanding and experience of participation in relevant inspections such as HTA, CPA, UKAS, CQC
- Demonstrate CPD activities and reflective learning
- Experience assisting with viewings for the bereaved
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/training other professionals. Supervision of other staff and visitors.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Certificate and Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology. (RSPH or RIPHH) Or Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology.
- GCSE in Maths, English and Science
- Fellowship of the Association of Anatomical Pathology Technology
Desirable
- Science Council registered
- Training and experience of working in a paediatric area
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to eviscerate and reconstruct all types of post mortems. (Coroners, Forensic, Paediatric, Neuropath, Infection risk)
- Ability to liaise with others, plan and prioritise referrals and carry out all general duties.
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work. Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work without supervision and to organise and manage own workload and meet deadlines.
- Competent computer skills, use of QPulse, PIMs, PACS or other mortuary electronic recording systems.
Desirable
- Ability to take post mortem consent.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Coroners and Hospital documentation, including consent forms and information necessary to carry out post mortem examinations.
- Medical Terminology
- An understanding and experience of participation in relevant inspections such as HTA, CPA, UKAS, CQC
- Demonstrate CPD activities and reflective learning
- Experience assisting with viewings for the bereaved
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/training other professionals. Supervision of other staff and visitors.
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.
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).
Additional information
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
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
