Embryologist Junior

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Completes daily laboratory start-up and shutdown processes. Performs all routine embryology procedures that do not require micromanipulation skills or advanced oocyte processing, such as transvaginal oocyte retrieval (TVOR), egg stripping, fertilization checks, embryo assessments (cleavage-stage and blastocyst), embryo transfer, embryo thawing, and embryo vitrification.
• Creates In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)/Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) paperwork, maintains internal IVF lab QA databases, and reports IVF/FET cycle outcomes to the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART). Documents IVF laboratory services rendered for charge capturing and monitors and responds to clinician and patient inquiries.
• Ensures all pre-procedure IVF lab planning is complete, including ordering pre-tested consumables, stocking the laboratory, gassing out dishes, aliquotting media, pH testing, labeling/verifying embryo culture dishes, and making embryo culture dishes.
• Learns to perform intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) and trophectoderm biopsy.
• Learns proper protocols for vitrifying and warming oocytes.
• Performs cryopreserved sperm/oocyte/embryo inventory audits, discards, and donations. Reviews patient consent documents for accuracy and completeness before acting. Aids in coordinating specimen shipping between Strong Fertility Center, outside fertility clinics, and long-term storage at ReproTech, Ltd.
• Monitors liquid nitrogen storage tanks, responds to sensitive IVF laboratory equipment alarms, performs monthly alarm testing, and performs routine alarm maintenance. Aids in coordination of preventative maintenance and annual validation of IVF laboratory equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (Biology, Chemistry, or Medical Technology, etc.) and 1 year of experience working in an IVF lab required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Prior knowledge of IVF laboratory start-up, shut down, and workflow required
• Ability to perform oocyte identification/pick-up, sperm preparation, conventional insemination, fertilization check, cleavage-stage assessment, blastocyst assessment, embryo thawing, and embryo vitrification required
• Demonstrates high integrity and professional demeanor required
• Demonstrates punctual and reliable work habits required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician licensure upon hire preferred

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