Anatomical pathology technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Anatomical pathology technicians (APTs) help pathologists carry out post-mortems in mortuaries.

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Anatomical pathology technicians typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.

As a Anatomical pathology technician you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.

This occupation tends to be:

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* from ONETonline
Average salary
21,865 GBP *
per year
18,813 GBP
23,761 GBP
Starting
5+ Experience
* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
Average salary for Anatomical pathology technician

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Average salary for part-time Anatomical pathology technician
Average salary for full-time Anatomical pathology technician

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Salary over time for Anatomical pathology technician

Salary for this role has increased over time
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Future outlook for Anatomical pathology technicians

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41 000+ jobs available
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1% yearly wage growth (on average)
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56% chance of automation in the future

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Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Anatomical pathology technician and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

  • 53% of people in this role have a Post-master's certificate
  • 46% of people in this role have a Master's degree

You'll need:

  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail
  • the ability to work well with others
  • knowledge of chemistry including the safe use and disposal of chemicals
  • knowledge of biology
  • the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
  • the ability to work well with your hands
  • to be flexible and open to change
  • the ability to work on your own
  • to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

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Things to highlight for your Anatomical pathology technician interview

Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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