Head Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT) /Mortuary Manager

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We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.

Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.

Job overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and compassionate Head Anatomical Pathology technician/Mortuary manager to lead our mortuary services with professionalism, dignity, and clinical excellence at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of mortuary operations, ensuring the highest standards of care for the deceased and their families, and maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Main duties of the job

You will need to have significant experience in a senior mortuary role, with proven leadership skills. Your knowledge of mortuary legislation, health and safety, and infection control will need to be exceptional and in depth. Communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach and ability to work under pressure and handle sensitive situations with discretion is essential. You will lead by example and be a role model for the people you lead.

In return you will be welcomed and supported by a dedicated and friendly Pathology management team. You will be working in a recently updated facility and with a team that is growing. We will provide you with access to ongoing professional development and training

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For in detail information please refer to the job description and person specification, or contact us for further information.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RSPH Certificate and Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology
• Registration with the Academy of Healthcare Scientists
• Educated to Master's Degree level or equivalent experience

Desirable criteria

• Counselling experience
• Formal qualification in mentorship

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of mortuary management (at least three years as a Deputy Mortuary Manager) including the recruitment and selection process, managing absence, performance and the appraisal process, and handling difficult issues and resolution management
• Rota management

Desirable criteria

• Experience of practical training for Trainee Pathologists
• Experience of working with Forensic teams in the Post Mortem room

Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Our vision is to be:

• The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.

Our mission is to:

• Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.

Our strategic objectives are to:

• Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
• Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences.
• Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.

Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:

• Safe
• Effective
• Caring
• Responsive and
• Well led

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Applicant requirements

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people 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.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Documents to download

• Job Desciption (PDF, 256.6KB)
• Person Specification (PDF, 256.6KB)
• Guidance for Applicants - AFC (PDF, 152.4KB)