Queens Medical Centre University Hospital jobs in Nottingham

Job Title: Band 4 Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technologist

Reference: 89704/89705

Trust: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

Location: Queens Medical Centre Campus

Ward: Mortuary Service

Pay Rate: £14.52 per hour (exc WTD)

Placement length: 4 months from starting

Shift Patterns: Monday – Friday 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm (37.5 hrs/week)

Why might this job interest you?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Anatomical Pathology Technologist at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust to join the Mortuary Department. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of a high-quality, cost-effective, and patient-focused mortuary service, ensuring all activities are carried out in line with professional standards and Trust objectives. Working as part of the Mortuary team, you will assist in providing an efficient and compassionate service, contributing to the smooth day-to-day operation of the department while maintaining the highest standards of care, dignity, and professionalism. As an Anatomical Pathology Technologist, you will be responsible for carrying out duties across the full range of mortuary services, ensuring activities are completed in line with departmental procedures and professional requirements. You will work within different areas of the mortuary facility, adapting to varying service demands and maintaining operational standards. The role requires flexibility to work across multiple locations, with the opportunity to provide cover and support at both Nottingham City Hospital and Queen’s Medical Centre when required.

Responsibilities of this job role

· To carry out mortuary procedures in accordance with established protocols, ensuring accurate patient identification, documentation, and record management at all times. You will maintain high standards of accuracy and professionalism throughout all processes.

· To manage the receipt, safekeeping, and release of deceased patients’ personal belongings, including clothing, valuables, and cash, ensuring compliance with Trust policies and departmental procedures.

· To prepare patients for viewing and identification appointments, maintaining the Viewing Suite schedule and providing a respectful environment for bereaved relatives while adhering to security and personal safety procedures.

· To support post-mortem examinations by assisting with evisceration, reconstruction, and diagnostic procedures, including the recognition and reporting of abnormal findings to senior colleagues and pathologists where appropriate.

· To undertake decontamination, sterilisation, and infection control procedures for equipment, instruments, ventilated tables, and designated clinical areas, ensuring adherence to departmental safety requirements.

· To participate in quality control activities, equipment troubleshooting, professional development programmes, research projects, and the review and implementation of departmental procedures and documentation.

To be successful in applying for this role you will need:

· Royal Institute of Public Health Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology or Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology (or equivalent competence).

· Experience working within a mortuary environment, including participation in post-mortem procedures.

· Competence in patient identification, receipt and release processes, mortuary documentation, and use of database systems.

· Knowledge of infection control, COSHH, health and safety, HTA standards, confidentiality, and information governance requirements.

· Strong communication skills with the ability to work accurately, sensitively, and effectively within a multidisciplinary team under pressure.

The benefits we can offer you in return:

· Putting People in Places to Care – be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.

· Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.

· Blue Light Card – NHS Discount Provider

· First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.

· Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.

· Working options to suit your lifestyle – being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.

· Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP’s own academy.

· Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.

· Being part of the NHSP Community means you’ll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.

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Pay: £14.52 per hour

Work Location: In person