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Ovation Fertility · 11 hours ago

Junior Embryologist

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Ovation Fertility is one of the premier fertility centers in the United States, seeking experienced and compassionate team players committed to delivering exceptional patient care. The Junior Embryologist will undertake laboratory procedures, maintain patient logs, and assist in research projects while ensuring compliance with regulations and quality control standards.

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Responsibilities

Undertake embryology laboratory procedures as directed

Attention to detail with an awareness and understanding of the sensitive and confidential nature of ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) treatment

Comply with HIPAA privacy regulations

Training in latest technologies including, but not limited to: trophetoderm biopsy, oocyte vitrification, and complex micromanipulation skills

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of reproductive biology including the male and female reproductive system

Demonstrate excellent clinical skills and be able to lead and work in a team environment

Must be comfortable with the physical handling of oocytes, embryos and semen including hazardous specimens

Management of aseptic techniques

Must be competent in the correct assessment and grading of oocyte, embryo and sperm morphology

Perform clerical tasks diligently and follow established protocols and laboratory guidelines

Meticulous data entry into computer databases and software programs

Ability to maintain detailed and accurate patient logs and laboratory reports

Communicate detailed information to patients, staff and regulatory bodies

Desire to develop and coordinate clinical research projects

Develops and completes research projects which are publishable

Provides support for manuscript preparation and editing

Provides support for CAP inspection preparedness and inspections

Desire to obtain additional competency certification by the American Board of Bioanalysis

Clear, professional and timely communication with staff, physicians and patients

Participate in Continuing Technical Improvement exercises

Maintain technical proficiency in routine laboratory procedures

Assist in the preparation of routine and ad hoc analyses of data relating to performance of the laboratory and individual technologists and to specific research projects

Performs all procedures required for IVF cycles, including medium and dish preparation, egg retrieval, sperm preparation, fertilization check, embryo evaluation, cryopreservation and thawing, transfer, ICSI and assisted hatching. Experience with trophectoderm biopsy is preferred

Performs all andrology services, including preparation of semen samples for artificial inseminations and IVF, cryopreservation of sperm, and complete sperm analysis assessed by World Health Organization (WHO) standards

Performs laboratory quality control (QC), quality assessment (QA), and participates in quality improvement (QI) programs, record keeping and collection of data

Participates in research on oocytes cryopreservation, oocyte maturation, preimplantation genetic diagnosis and related research

Performs other duties as assigned, and in keeping with company policies, procedures and standards of patient care and initiatives toward continuous improvement at the individual and organizational level

Perform daily embryology (set-up’s / egg retrievals / ICSI-IVF / fertilization –embryo development checks / embryo transfers / cryopreservation / testicular Bx preps-Cryo / embryo Bx for PGD) and reporting

Process semen specimens for artificial insemination/IVF-ICSI, hyaluran sperm binding assays and cryopreservation

Maintain, organize, scan and file patient results, making sure that all records are complete, including physician signatures, and accurate. Confirm results on the patient ART Summary sheets in EMR

Perform and maintain quality control records on all materials associated with the IVF lab and process

Insure that all laboratory procedures have properly consented prior to performing them

Communicate directly with physicians regarding daily IVF/ICSI and embryo development outcomes

Perform quality assurance and preventative maintenance

QUA Maintain, clean and disinfect of the IVF Lab and its equipment (especially the incubators)

Inform and work with nurses to coordinate daily procedure scheduling

Work with the Lab supervisor to maintain ART records for SART

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Embryology proceduresReproductive biologyLaboratory experienceOocyte vitrificationMicromanipulation skillsResearch skillsTechnical proficiencyAttention to detailTeamworkCommunication skills