Overview of Mortuary Services

As a qualified mortuary technician, securing a role that fits your career aspirations and personal circumstances is essential. At MedicsPro, our experienced team of recruiters and clinicians work together to connect mortuary technicians with a wide variety of healthcare settings, both locally and globally. With a high demand for skilled mortuary professionals, we offer:

• Personalized support from our knowledgeable team
• Access to a range of mortuary roles in hospital and public mortuaries
• A dedicated consultant and compliance officer to assist with your career needs
• Timely and reliable payment

Our opportunities include both permanent and locum positions, with responsibilities ranging from assisting in post-mortem examinations to managing body preparation and liaising with families and authorities.

What is a Mortuary Technician?

A mortuary technician, also known as an anatomical pathology technician (APT), assists pathologists in performing post-mortems and managing the deceased. They handle various tasks including moving bodies, preparing surgical instruments, documenting findings, weighing organs, taking tissue samples, and restoring bodies for funeral arrangements. Mortuary technicians may also be involved in cases related to police investigations.

Mortuary Technician Qualifications

To work as a mortuary technician, a Level 3 diploma from the Royal Society of Public Health is required. This course must be completed while employed in a training position within an NHS or public mortuary. Due to the specialized nature of this role and low staff turnover, permanent positions are rare, making locum roles an ideal option for those entering the field.

Mortuary Technician Salary Range

Starting salaries for mortuary technicians are around £15,000 per year, with potential for advancement through approved training programs. Locum mortuary technicians can earn between £19-33 per hour, depending on location and experience. Positions requiring unsocial hours, such as evenings or weekends, may offer higher rates, up to 1.5 times the standard rate. Emergency situations, such as natural disasters or criminal events, may also require additional hours.

What Does a Locum Mortuary Technician Do?

Locum mortuary technicians perform similar tasks to permanent staff, including the care of the deceased, liaising with bereaved families, and managing administrative duties. They must quickly integrate into new teams and establish rapport with pathologists and other staff. Unlike permanent staff, locums can choose their shifts to fit personal schedules.

Mortuary Technician Jobs

MedicsPro offers a variety of locum and permanent mortuary technician roles, including:

• Hospital mortuaries
• Local authority mortuaries
• Managing cases of natural or unnatural causes
• Providing medico-legal advice
• Liaising with medical staff and funeral directors

Key Benefits:

• Expert advice
• Numerous job opportunities across the UK and Ireland
• Dedicated consultant and compliance officer
• £1300 market-leading referral scheme

With high demand for skilled mortuary technicians, now is an excellent time to explore new opportunities. Benefit from competitive rates and comprehensive support by joining MedicsPro.