Hywel Dda University Health Board
Mortuary & Cellular Pathology Technician
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Job Overview
Applicants are invited to apply for a full-time position (37.5hrs) within the Mortuary Department at Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthenshire.
Duties will primarily be based within the mortuary service at Glangwili 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:
- Receipt and release of the deceased
- Accurate recording of valuables and personal property
- Preparing the deceased for viewing
The postholder will also be responsible for:
- Maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of the mortuary
- Completing daily worksheets
- 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.
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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
- Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
Five community hospitals:
- Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire
- Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion
- Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres:
- Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion
- And several other community settings
Additional services:
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices)
- Dental practices (including four orthodontic)
- 97 community pharmacies
- 43 general ophthalmic practices
- 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
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