Senior Embryologist

JOB SUMMARY

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

The Sr. Embryologist is responsible for performing all aspects of in vitro fertilization procedures without direct supervision. The position is composed of embryology and andrology related duties. These tasks include, but are not limited to, media preparation, egg retrieval procedures, cumulus trimming and stripping, sperm preparation for ART procedures, insemination, intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), fertilization checks, embryo culture, embryo transfers, vitrification and warming of embryos, assisted hatching, trophectoderm biopsy and biopsy tubing. Some andrology procedures may have to be performed off-site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

*Accurate maintenance of laboratory records, including proficiency testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, monitoring and calibration, patient test and clinical procedure records, deviations from established performance specifications and corrective actions taken.
*Identify problems which may adversely affect patient test or procedure results, and either rectify the problem or report it to the laboratory director, scientific advisor or laboratory supervisor; Solves problems using available reference material when necessary.
*Maintains neat, legible and complete written records of work performed and performs additional record keeping or data analysis as required or requested.
*Participates in meeting within the clinical practice and offers suggestions and assistance.
*Participates in research projects and publications.
*Performance of routine laboratory maintenance; ordering and stocking laboratory supplies.
*Performs embryology and andrology related procedures as outlined above
*Responsible for compiling accurate data for CDC/SART reporting.
*Responsible for performing all aspects of in vitro fertilization procedures. Performance of all the duties required in the REI/IVF laboratories.
*Strict adherence to all established safety regulations as outlined in the Universal Precautions/Infection Control Policy.
*Teaches and trains other personnel within the laboratory.
*Goes to work-related discipline/field held meetings to present research and to grow professionally.
*Helps with fellow and staff education in regards to lab procedures and research.
*Fully trained in all aspects of embryology and andrology skills used within our laboratory as outlined above.
*Able to research and apply new techniques within our field for the advancement of our lab.
*Able to teach all skills used within our laboratory to staff.
*Goes to work-related discipline/field held meetings to present research.
*Helps with fellow and staff education in regards to lab procedures and reseach.
*Other duties as assigned.