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Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible team member, who can be sensitive to family’s needs, to join the Mortuary team at WHH.

Cellular Pathology services have been integrated across East Kent for several years. Laboratory services are based at the WHH, Ashford. We provide histopathology, non-gynaecological cytology and autopsy services to EKHUFT and general practitioners within the region.

Cellular pathology is known for its strong team spirit and open friendly culture. There is great emphasis on cross communication between the technical and diagnostic teams.

Cellular pathology as a whole, including mortuary staff, incorporates a team of 84 staff. From consultant pathologists, to assistant healthcare scientists. From consultant biomedical scientists reporting alongside the consultants, to admin support and clerical staff. The diversity of staff within the discipline is all incorporated into the management of the quality of service offered, with the aim of putting the patient first.

The cellular pathology service is UKAS accredited to ISO15189 standards and the mortuary service appropriately HTA accredited.

Would consider a Trainee for the role Trainee pay 70 per cent of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate (pro rata where applicable)

Main duties of the job

The post holder assists the lead anatomical pathology technician in the training and development of all East Kent Hospitals NHS trust trainee morticians ensuring common practices and adherence to department standard operating policies and procedures.

The individual ensures the mortuary operates to the standards of service and quality set by the Head of Service and Head BMS for Cellular Pathology. They assist the lead anatomical pathology technician in the deployment of staff and resources at each of the sites and rotate to other mortuaries as directed by the Lead Mortician.

Day-to-day duties. To receive, identify and store in secure, safe and hygienic conditions all bodies sent to the mortuary/post-mortem room. Ensure the safe keeping of clothing, property and valuables of the deceased and keep records when required. Maintain accurate records of all deceased and ensure all necessary paperwork is highly organised.

The post holder performs all duties in accordance with the standard operational procedures and in accordance with statutory requirements such as the Human Tissue Authority Codes of practice.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.