About this role
Job summary We are inviting applications from compassionate and dedicated professionals who hold the RSPH Certificate and Diploma / Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology to join our Mortuary team in a fulltime, permanent role as a senior Anatomical Pathology technician.
Main duties of the job The role is varied and can at times be emotionally demanding, so we are seeking someone who demonstrates exceptional sensitivity, discretion, and respect for confidentiality. Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organisation and timemanagement abilities, and a commitment to teamwork are essential. You will work closely with colleagues on a daily basis, contributing to a service that makes a genuine difference during some of the most critical moments for families and professionals alike.
The position will include rotation, working between the LGI & SJUH mortuaries.
The department operates an out of hours On-call rota for evenings, Bank holidays and weekends, participation in the rota will be required.
About us The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time.
Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care.
We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page.
Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Job description Job responsibilities Why you should join our Team
The Mortuaries are part of the wider Cellular Pathology service which is a large, diverse and welcoming department, bringing together biomedical support workers, biomedical scientists, advanced practitioners, anatomical pathology technicians, pathologists, and administrative teams.
This post offers an excellent opportunity to work within a dedicated and professional mortuary team, delivering a highquality, patientcentred service that supports clinical colleagues, bereaved families, and the wider community. The role is suited to an individual who is motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
Flexibility and adaptability are key, as the mortuary service evolves to meet changing demands. In return, you will join a dedicated and experienced team where professionalism, mutual support, and high standards of care are central to everything we do.
If you are looking for a challenging yet fulfilling role where your skills, professionalism, and compassion will be truly valued, we would be delighted to hear from you.
What you will bring to the role You will be a competent member of the department having the specialist knowledge and skills necessary to perform a wide range of specialist techniques that contribute towards the provision of the mortuary service to the Trust and to HM Coroner.
You will:
Perform a wide range of routine and advanced post mortem procedures including advanced autopsy, forensic and infection procedures. These are highly developed physical skills where accuracy is important. Eg dissection and reconstruction of bodies (including facial reconstruction), suturing, evisceration of organs. Plan the day-to-day activities within the mortuary in the absence of the Senior APT Site Lead , and to provide cover on other sites as required Give professional advice, and to communicate accurately sensitive and / or complex information to users of the service in a manner that is in accordance with departmental procedures. (Examples of users are: pathologists, clinical staff, HM Coroner, HM Coroner’s Officers, police officers, funeral directors and bereavement nurses). Be required to work alone and independently, for example when working on-call or when performing highly specialized tasks. Have knowledge and understanding of the Human Tissue Act and the Human Tissue Authority (HTA) and its impact on the Mortuary Services and understand the Trust’s HTA Pathology Licence structure and your responsibilities. Provide training to technical and support staff. Participate actively in departmental quality assurance activities including performing audits and assisting with maintaining external accreditation and regulatory compliance. Communicate with bereaved relatives regarding sensitive situations, supporting them during patient visits. Please see the attached Job description for further information about this vacancy
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.
Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology (RIPH)
Desirable
Supervisory management qualification
Experience Essential
Wide experience within the discipline
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.
Employer details Employer name Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address Cross Site
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)