Embryologist II (FGP) - OB/GYN, IVF

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •A Bachelors degree or equivalent in a chemical, physical, biological, medical technology, clinical or reproductive laboratory science from an accredited institution
• •1+ years in a clinical laboratory setting performing basic embryology techniques with experience in in-vitro fertilization
• •Excellent written and spoken communication skills with ability to interact appropriately with patients, physicians, nursing staff and co-workers
• •Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• •Must be able to lift up to 25lbs in weight for stocking and inventory responsibilities
• •Detail oriented data entry and functionality with laboratory software
• •This position includes holiday and weekend rotations
• •Study and review Embryology Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and be familiar with quality control, quality assurance, safety procedures and operating guidelines for performing laboratory services
• •Study and comply with OSHA requirements and HIPAA regulations and utilize universal precautions for bloodborne pathogens
• •Demonstrate sufficient competency to perform basic ART procedures and quality control independently
• •laboratory cleaning and monitoring
• •receipt and testing of media and supplies
• •preparation and labeling of media and tissue culture materials and dishes
• •equipment maintenance and quality control
• •sperm preparation for ART
• •sperm cryopreservation (if applicable) and thaw
• •oocyte retrieval and preparation for culture and insemination
• •conventional IVF (in vitro fertilization) insemination
• •fertilization assessment
• •embryo handling, culture, and grading
• •embryo vitrification and warming
• •laser assisted hatching
• •handling of liquid nitrogen, cryopreserved specimens and maintenance and monitoring of cryo-storage tanks
• •fresh specimen discard
• •participation in cryopreserved specimen discard with laboratory leadership as necessary
• •receipt and release of cryopreserved specimens as necessary
• •Participate and develop proficiency in advanced ART procedures under the direct supervision of Senior Embryologists or laboratory leadership
• •embryo transfer
• •oocyte vitrification
• •Intra-cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
• •participate in laboratory efforts to research and improve the quality of laboratory services
• •Maintain records of training in each procedure
• •Maintain and ensure chain of custody for all specimens in the laboratory
• •Record and report laboratory monitoring, quality control, and patient results in the electronic medical record system and/or the appropriate written format, spreadsheets, databases, or laboratory software
• •Data entry to SART and NASS, if applicable
• •Communicate with patients and clinical staff as needed
• •Participate in laboratory proficiency testing programs
• •Provide a high level of patient care and service
• •Attend practice and department meetings
• •Learn and maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, society meetings, reviewing publications, and establishing personal networks
• •Document all continuing education activities

Desired Qualifications

• •Embryology Laboratory Scientist (AAB) certification
• •Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization