Job Description

This is a qualified post and requires the Level 3 diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology, Consideration to those who are currently on the course will be given
The post-holder is responsible for assisting with the provision of the Mortuary services on four sites across the Trust. Work in this area requires frequent exposure to highly distressing and emotive situations in addition to periods of intense physical activity with the need to maintain concentration for long periods.
The post-holder will ensure that resources are used optimally, and that documentation and records are created accurately and kept appropriately and will carry out duties to support the efficient running of the mortuaries. To ensure that the deceased and their relatives are always treated with dignity and respect and perform a broad range of technical work activities ensuring provision of an efficient service that is in accordance with Trust, Coroner's, Human Tissue Authority and Department of Health regulations and requirements. The post is for a qualified APT. Applicants that are soon to be qualified may be considered.
Main duties of the job
Ensuring appropriate, safe, and dignified storage of deceased patients.
Prepare deceased patients for viewing. Be courteous and aware of relatives' feelings of distress, treating all those involved with sensitivity and dignity.
Undertake Post-Mortems of the deceased including invasive technical work such as brain donations.
Reconstruct the deceased following an invasive Port-Mortem to ensure patients remain dignified.
Reception and release of specimens and deceased patients ensuring accurate checking and recording of identification, accompanying information, and release documentation.
Document incidents, anomalies, or unusual requests and bring to the attention of the Operational Mortuary Manager or Head Biomedical Scientist at the earliest opportunity.
Accurately maintain all mortuary documentation including, but not exclusively, the mortuary register, dignified relocation folder, foetal dignified disposal records, diary, cremation book, and computerised information systems.
Assist in preparing, completing, and updating documentation as required for inspection visits (UKAS, HTA).
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
21 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
27,485 to 30,162 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-9014283
Job locations
Trustwide
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• * Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in English
• * Level 3 Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience in afterlife patient care.
• * Plus knowledge of advanced autopsy, forensic, and infection procedures acquired through diploma-level training in anatomical pathology technology or equivalent knowledge plus
• experience

Desirable

• * AAPT Membership

Experience
Essential

• * Previous experience of dealing with deceased patients
• * Working in a mortuary performing technical and administrative duties
• * Working in a healthcare environment

Desirable

• * Experience of managing a complex workload autonomously
• * Experience of handling contained and uncontained hazardous materials such as blood and body fluids
• * Dealing compassionately with bereaved relatives in distressing situations

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• * Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in English
• * Level 3 Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience in afterlife patient care.
• * Plus knowledge of advanced autopsy, forensic, and infection procedures acquired through diploma-level training in anatomical pathology technology or equivalent knowledge plus
• experience

Desirable

• * AAPT Membership

Experience
Essential

• * Previous experience of dealing with deceased patients
• * Working in a mortuary performing technical and administrative duties
• * Working in a healthcare environment

Desirable

• * Experience of managing a complex workload autonomously
• * Experience of handling contained and uncontained hazardous materials such as blood and body fluids
• * Dealing compassionately with bereaved relatives in distressing situations

Skills Required