Job requirements
Essential
19 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of working in a mortuary.
- Experience
Proven record of problem solving and troubleshooting
- Experience
Experience of supporting distressed and bereaved people.
- Experience
Experience of working alone as well as within a team.
- Values and Other
Caring. Compassion. Enthusiastic. Commitment.
- Values and Other
Ability to travel within geographical area in a timely manner.
- Values and Other
Flexible approach to the needs of the service.
- Values and Other
DBS clearance.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy and when dealing with the deceased and their relatives.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Experience in undertaking all analytical procedures
- Aptitude and Abilities
Good oral and written communication skills.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Good general literacy and numeracy skills.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Good computer and keyboard skills.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative with minimum supervision.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Able to work under pressure and respond appropriately in emergency situations
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
RSPH level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science (Anatomical Pathology Technology) or earlier equivalent with demonstrable equivalent knowledge to the new Diploma.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of current legislation relating to Coroner’s post mortems, death registration and statutory duti
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of local and national developments in care after death.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Knowledge of the Human Tissue Authority (HTA) structures.
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Keyboard and computer skills, such as ECDL
- Values and Other
First aid training
- Aptitude and Abilities
Ability to speak Welsh
- Aptitude and Abilities
Committed to delivery of healthcare
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Membership of the Association of Anatomical Pathology Technologists
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Undertake continuing professional development (CPD)
Job overview
The Bereavement and Mortuary Service at Betsi Cadwaladr Health board is looking for an enthusiastic, committed individual to join them as a qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician.
You will assist in maintaining the Mortuary and body storage services, across the Health board, while working to your vocational and academic qualifications.
This is a mentally and physically challenging role, managing the deceased and bereaved, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
This role is for those that already hold the RSPH Level 3 or 4 in Anatomical Pathology or equivalent qualifications. Banding salary will be dependent on the qualification and experience.
ONLY APPLICANTS WITH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF CARRYING OUT POST MORTEM DISSECTION NEED APPLY.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a professional, enthusiastic, self motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
Essential quality is being able to demonstrate empathy towards the bereaved. Within the role there will be regular contact with external agencies such as Coroner services, Police and Funeral Directors. Current working knowledge of Home Office & Coronial post mortem requirements and the Human Tissue Authority Standards is also required.
You should be able to assist pathologist to a high-quality standard with Coronial and hospital post-mortems. You will be required to provide mortuary and bereavement cover on other sites within BCUHB.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable but not essential for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician & Bereavement SupportOfficer with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in Rhyl, Wales. It is listed as a Anatomical pathology technologist role. The advertised salary is £28819.00 to £39631.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Oct 2026.
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