Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced individual for the post of a Senior Specialist (Paediatric) Anatomical Pathology Technologist (APT) at Great Ormond Street Hospital Mortuary.
This is a fixed 2-year position to undertake post-mortem work related to a project funded by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative: Organ maturation in preparation for birth. This in an exciting collaboration between GOSH, UCL and the Welcome Sanger Institute to understand normal organ development using single cell sequencing.
The principal tasks of the role include post-mortem activities related to the project and responsibility for the administration of the research grant i.e., documenting samples, liaising with other researchers on the project, writing reports and papers. Flexible working will be required to accommodate time critical research samples related to the project.
Main duties of the job
You will already have a significant range of skills and expertise in a mortuary environment having experience and a clear understanding of working with the deceased and bereaved in a paediatric/perinatal environment. Meticulous attention to detail and ability to work with a multidisciplinary team and the bereaved, is vital.
You will demonstrate knowledge of the processes following death including documentation and options available to the bereaved. Knowledge of the following standards relevant to the processes applied in the mortuary environment is expected: HTA, UKAS (ISO 15189), and Bereavement Services Standards.
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
Values
Essential
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- Certificate and Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology. (RSPH or RIPHH) Or Level 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology plus demonstrable post qualification experience.
- Member of AAPT
Desirable
- Member of RSPH
- Science Council Registration
- BSc or equivalent
- Specialist Training in Paediatric Anatomical Pathology
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as apart of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with clinical researchers
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Work flexibly, manage time and work to deadlines
- Have advanced APT skills and ability
- Proven skills in the use of Microsoft office applications (including Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and databases
- Professional approach with distressing situations and sympathetic approach to patients and relatives
Desirable
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge, experience and specialist training in Paediatric Anatomical Pathology
- HTA Knowledge and experience of HTA requirements and inspections
- Knowledge and experience of Quality assurance, accreditation standards (ISO 15189)and Quality Management Systems
- Supervision, training and teaching of junior staff and healthcare professionals
Desirable
- Experience in an accredited NHS Paediatric Mortuary
- Research experience
Person Specification
Values
Essential
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- Certificate and Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology. (RSPH or RIPHH) Or Level 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology plus demonstrable post qualification experience.
- Member of AAPT
Desirable
- Member of RSPH
- Science Council Registration
- BSc or equivalent
- Specialist Training in Paediatric Anatomical Pathology
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as apart of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with clinical researchers
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Work flexibly, manage time and work to deadlines
- Have advanced APT skills and ability
- Proven skills in the use of Microsoft office applications (including Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and databases
- Professional approach with distressing situations and sympathetic approach to patients and relatives
Desirable
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge, experience and specialist training in Paediatric Anatomical Pathology
- HTA Knowledge and experience of HTA requirements and inspections
- Knowledge and experience of Quality assurance, accreditation standards (ISO 15189)and Quality Management Systems
- Supervision, training and teaching of junior staff and healthcare professionals
Desirable
- Experience in an accredited NHS Paediatric Mortuary
- Research experience
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children HS Foundation Trust
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
