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Specialist Anatomical Pathology Technologist

On-site in Oxford·Full-time·Added 11 days ago (last checked 1 Oct)

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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£39,959 - £48,117 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About £2,690 - £3,180 a month after tax.
Fixed-term contract
Full-time.
Apply by Wednesday 14 October
The date the employer’s listing closes.

Requirements

What we're looking for

The successful candidate should have demonstrable post-mortem experience, hold a BSc a in biological or forensic science subject and teh RSPH level 3 and 4 diplomas in anatomical pathology.

BSc in a biological / forensic Science
RSPH Level 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology
Specialist knowledge and demonstrable experience of techniques within adult post mortems
Specialist knowledge and demonstrable experience of techniques within paediatric post mortems
Knowledge of IT architecture in running of complex analytical equipment and mortuary information systems
Practical skills associated with autopsy work

Nice to have

Previous team management
Demonstrated competence for lone working as taking part in an on call service

The role

We are looking for an experienced anatomical pathology technologist to work as a specialist and team lead to assist with the provision of an efficient and smooth-running mortuary service. The John Radcliffe mortuary provides a post mortem service to the Trust and HM coroner for both adult and paediatric post mortems. As a specialist paediatric centre the mortuary is a specialist referral centre for other hospitals.

What you'll do

The post holder will be required to

Assist in the efficient organisation of the mortuary and post-mortem service.
Perform both adult and paediatric post-mortem procedures of varying complexity, some of which require a high degree of skill and experience.
Exercise autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries.
Deputise for the Mortuary manager in their absence.
Act as team lead - supervising and training junior staff.
Work at any of the mortuary sites within the Trust as and when required (3 sites, two within Oxford and 1 in Banbury)
Take part on the on call rota covering weekend, bank holiday and evening or night duties, which requires a flexible approach to hours of employment.

About Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Industry: Health and social care
Website: ouh.nhs.uk

In their own words

About the company & team

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Additional information

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Specialist Anatomical Pathology Technologist

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