Overview
The post holder will act as a qualified APT within the mortuary and hold a RSPH Diploma in APT or its equivalent with experience. Ideally candidates for this role will have achieved the RSPH Level 3 Diploma. They will be able to demonstrate good technical knowledge of mortuary policy, procedure, and human anatomy, as well as a good understanding of health and safety legislation and working in compliance with HTA guidelines.
Responsibilities
* Receipt and appropriate storage of the deceased.
* Preparation for Post Mortem examination.
* Release of the deceased in line with departmental policy, best practice and the Human Tissue Act, and in support of the Coroner, Pathologists and Police.
Qualifications
* Qualified as an APT with a RSPH Diploma in APT or equivalent with experience.
* Ideally hold the RSPH Level 3 Diploma.
* Good technical knowledge of mortuary policy, procedure and human anatomy.
* Good understanding of health and safety legislation and working in compliance with HTA guidelines.
* For a trainee position: attainment of the RSPH Level 3 Diploma and, once qualified, registration with the Science Council on a PSA accredited register within 3 years.
Organisation and Context
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disability services. Our services are provided in:
* Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
* Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
* Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
* 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Development and Rewards
This means they will be supported by a development plan. During the first year payment will be 65% of the top rate of band 5 pay, the second year 70% and during the third year 75%, and following successful completion of the qualification the post holder will be paid at Band 5 (minimum point on the scale). Support and supervision will be provided to develop the successful applicant to the Band 5 role. Failure to achieve the qualification and required competencies in the designated timeframe could result in redeployment.
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