Job Title: Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT) - Band 6
Client: University Hospitals of Northamptonshire
Department: Pathology
Band: 6 £26 per hour umbrella
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern
Monday - Friday
08:00 - 16:00
Potential 06:00 start on Post Mortem days
On-call participation may be required
Role Overview
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group are seeking an experienced Band 6 Anatomical Pathology Technician (APT) to join the Pathology Department at Kettering General Hospital on a fixed-term agency placement.
The successful candidate will support the delivery of a professional, high-quality mortuary and post mortem service, ensuring compliance with HTA regulations, Trust policies, and Coroner requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with and perform hospital and Coroner's post mortem examinations
Prepare and reconstruct deceased patients following post mortem
Maintain mortuary facilities, equipment, and infection prevention standards
Ensure compliance with Human Tissue Authority (HTA) regulations
Support body receipt, storage, identification and release processes
Liaise sensitively with clinical teams and bereavement services
Maintain accurate documentation and mortuary records
Participate in on-call rota where required
Essential Requirements
Proven NHS experience as an Anatomical Pathology Technician
Experience assisting with hospital and Coroner post mortems
Knowledge of HTA standards and mortuary governance
Relevant Level 3/4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology (or equivalent)
Ability to work autonomously within a mortuary setting
Flexible to support early starts and on-call cover
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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