Mortuary & Cellular Pathology Technician
- NHS
- Part Time
- Aberystwyth
- 26300.00 - 27890.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
Applicants are invited to apply for a part-time position (15 hours per week) within the Mortuary Department at Bronglais General Hospital, Aberystwyth.
Duties will primarily be based within the mortuary service at Bronglais General Hospital however, the post holders will be required to demonstrate flexibility to travel to other mortuary sites for training and service cover as required.
The roles will involve working as part of a rota to ensure appropriate service provision. Candidates must be flexible to cover shifts in line with service needs, and there may be opportunities for additional hours, depending on service demand.
No formal professional qualification is required; however, applicants should have a good level of education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics, and a Science subject, alongside an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent). Previous experience working with patients and/or relatives in a healthcare setting is essential.
The successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering a high-quality, respectful service within the mortuary environment. They must be able to work independently, manage their own workload effectively, and operate confidently as lone workers.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking a wide range of mortuary duties and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the department.
Key responsibilities will include the receipt and release of the deceased, accurate recording of valuables and personal property, and preparing the deceased for viewing.
The postholder will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of the mortuary, completing daily worksheets, and carrying out monthly audits.
The role requires effective communication with a broad range of staff and service users, including bereaved relatives, the Medical Examiner Service, hospital wards, and the Coroner's Service.
A broad knowledge of modern mortuary practices and techniques, along with an in-depth understanding of current legislation, is desirable.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; however, applications are equally welcomed from English and/or Welsh speakers.
Interviews to be held on 30/6/2026
About us
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 together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
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
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
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Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualification & Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum 5 GCSE to include English, Mathematics and Science subject @ A-D
- Level 3 Qualifications / NVQ3 / Science at A level or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Level 3 Diploma in Health Care Science
- Knowledge of the Human Tissue Act
Experience
Essential
- Experience of dealing with patient/relatives in a health care setting
Desirable
- Previous pathology/mortuary/bereavement experience
- Dealing with the deceased
Other
Essential
- Flexible approach to the needs of the service
- Ability to travel and work between Health Board sites
Language Skills
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker - Level 1
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Bronglias General Hospital
Aberystwyth
SY23 1ER
United Kingdom
