# Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT) > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Whittington Health NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/anatomical-pathology-technician-apt/a78e94a5-50f7-4953-bb39-4476ebe9a85d - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/anatomical-pathology-technician-apt/a78e94a5-50f7-4953-bb39-4476ebe9a85d.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Whittington Health NHS Trust - **Location:** The Whittington Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Anatomical pathology technologist - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £38,488 - £46,852 Per annum inclusive of HCAS - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (On call element to role) - **Closing date:** 2026-10-07T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-23T14:20:43.360Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/London/Whittington_Health_NHS_Trust/Anatomical_Pathology_Technician_APT/Anatomical_Pathology_Technician_APT-v8275438 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8275438?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.whittington.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Mortuary Services at the Whittington hospital incorporates a busy hospital mortuary as well as a public mortuary for the London Borough of Islington. The mortuary is fully licensed by the Human Tissue Authority, the UK regulatory body that oversees the use, storage and disposal of human tissue. An autopsy service of the highest standard is provided both for the hospital and H.M Coroner, Inner North London District. The mortuary also offers a CT scan autopsy service to the police and wider community. An opportunity has arisen within this mortuary for a newly qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician to join our team. The individual must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent. They must be motivated, enthusiastic and flexible and able to work in a challenging and sensitive environment with a calm and professional attitude. Frequent exposure to emotional and distressing situations is required to carry out this role. ### Main duties of the job The successful candidate will also contribute to supporting the hospital Medical Examiner (ME) system. This involves the administration of documentation pertaining to patients that die within the hospital and local community. The candidate will carry out the technical work of the department with particular reference to the management of the autopsy suite and body handling area as required by the mortuary manager and senior APT. They will assist the mortuary manager and Senior APT in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff. The candidate will display good organisational skills, whilst carrying out varied and complex tasks. The candidate will also be required to assist with the arrangement of ‘Public Health’ funerals’ on behalf of London Borough of Islington. Close liaison with a variety of other professions including Coroner’s officers, police, doctors, nursing staff and funeral directors is therefore an essential function, as is communication with bereaved family and friends. The candidate will be required to participate in the ‘Out of Hours’ on call system. The Whittington mortuary is open 8am – 4pm Monday to Friday but these times will be flexible dependent on the autopsy schedule which often begins before 6am. Candidates must have a reliable means of commuting to ensure consistent punctuality for the early morning shifts. Please note there is no parking on site ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To carry out the technical work of the department with particular reference to the management of the autopsy suite and body handling area as required by the mortuary manager. To assist the mortuary manager in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff. To deputise for the mortuary manager and Senior APT during periods of annual leave. To complete audits as required by the mortuary manager and Senior APT, to have close liaison with the Designated Individual and attend regular governance meetings. To contribute to the promotion and adherence to Health and Safety within the department by carrying out relevant training and attending appropriate courses suitable for the role. To liaise with pathologists, hospital personnel, H.M. Coroner, funeral directors, police, members of the public etc. To have, or be able to develop, good communication and interpersonal skills. To have a sensitive and caring attitude towards bereaved family and friends To strictly adhere to departmental standard operating procedures, health and safety guidelines and other relevant Trust and departmental policies. To ensure Health and Safety standards are followed and maintained. Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit prior to interview ### Applicant requirements 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. ## Person Specification ### Personal qualities **Essential** - Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in stressful and emotional situations - Good Literacy skills - Ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines - Remain calm in a pressurised environment ### Skills and abilities **Essential** - Management, organisation and control of work within a mortuary environment encompassing multiple disciplines e.g. General administration, autopsy workload, contract funerals, procurement, Medical Examiner service **Desirable** - Working with the public in a hospital environment particularly in difficult and stressful situations ### Knowledge and Experience **Essential** - Minimum of 1 year post qualification working in a mortuary with a busy workload - Excellent knowledge of Licensing requirements i.e. Human Tissue Authority Codes of Practice - Knowledge of the Coroner’s and justice Act 2009 **Desirable** - Working in a mortuary that acts dually as a Bereavement Office - Knowledge of the Medical Examiner system - Knowledge of audits and quality management ### Education and qualifications **Essential** - Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical pathology Technology or equivalent ## Documents - [whittington employment promise (pdf, 22.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=839) - [whittington probationary policy (pdf, 298.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=621) - [job description & person specification (pdf, 248.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10638731) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.