Bereavement Officer

at  East Cheshire NHS Trust

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced clerical officer t o deal with clerical and related issues arising from the death of a patient.
To ensure that all necessary documentation is completed correctly and that the deceased’s belongings are available on time for collection by relatives.
To be sensitive to the needs of the relatives both on the telephone and in person.
This post is to be worked 7.5 hours a week over 1 day. Working day would be a Thursday.
Daily contact the Mortuary for information regarding deceased patients. Dependent on the information provided, action in the following areas will be undertaken:
The death will be recorded in a register – highlighted to indicated special categories e.g. deaths in A&E.
Obtain death certificate by reference to doctor – being aware of implications of the issue of such a certificate i.e. certificate for immediate issues, Part A – notified to the Coroner or a full Coroner’s case.
Ascertain if there is to be a burial or cremation. Prepare cremation forms as appropriate.
Ensure that Mortuary receive appropriate release notes.
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application

Please refer the Job description for details