Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technologist (APT)

Duties will be wide ranging and varied, including dealing with the receipt and preparation of deceased patients, assisting with post-mortems and viewings, responding to enquiries, and general mortuary and administrative duties. Duties will be carried out following established Standard Operating Procedures.

Additional duties will be undertaken as directed by the Head of Department in consultation with the post holder.

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Mortuary team as an Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technologist (APT). The successful post holder will be required to support the existing team of APTs, to undertake a range of duties and contribute to the efficient and effective running of the mortuary service.

You must be capable of effectively and sensitively communicating with with bereaved relatives and will be routinely required to deal with range of extremely sensitive issues, e.g. explaining post mortem procedures, religious issues etc.

Commitment to completing Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology is expected whilst working in the Mortuary.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.