Embryologist

The Fertility Partners; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fertility clinic in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Embryologist for their laboratory. This role involves performing critical embryology procedures, maintaining accurate patient records, and ensuring high-quality lab standards. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree, have extensive lab experience, and possess Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society certification. If you’re passionate about fertility treatments and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of laboratory experience required.
• 2+ years experience as an Embryologist-in-Training or Junior Embryologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab tests and sample accession.
• Maintain patient records and media preparation.
• Conduct in vitro fertilization procedures.
• Manage embryo culture and grading.
• Order lab supplies and maintain equipment.

Skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Compassionate communication

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Telephone skills

Effective tracking systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, or Biological Sciences

Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society certification

Job description

Department: Laboratory

Reports To: Laboratory Director

Location: Olive Fertility Centre, Vancouver

Work Schedule: 4-day on, 4-day off rotation; 37.5 hours per week.

Overview

Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose, and Commitment of Olive Fertility Centre.

Supporting the Embryology area of the Laboratory, and reporting to the Laboratory Director, this position is pivotal to the organization. This role focuses on clinical embryology in the field of fertility.

Key Areas of Involvement Include

Embryology

• Laboratory Testing
• Sample Accession, Identification and Labeling
• Patient Identification/Record Keeping, progress notes
• Media Preparation & QC
• In Vitro Fertilization/ICSI
• Sperm Shuttle
• Fertilization check
• Grading Embryos
• Embryo Culture/Extended Culture
• Embryoscope
• Laser Assisted Hatching
• Embryo Transfer
• Embryo Vitrification/Warming
• Oocyte Vitrification & Thaw
• Trophectoderm Biopsy/Processing of cells for PCR
• Transfer, Shipping and Receiving of Frozen Embryos and Eggs
• Discard of Abnormal/Unwanted Frozen Embryos
• Training Junior Embryologists
• Ordering Lab Supplies & Equipment
• Equipment Maintenance and Calibration, including gas system and Tri-Gas Blender

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, or Biological Sciences from an accredited university.
• At least 3 years’ laboratory experience.
• At least 2 years’ experience as an Embryologist-in-Training or Junior Embryologist.
• Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society certification.

Skills and Abilities

• Independent and confident with excellent problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in an environment subject to changing deadlines, stress, and focus in a busy environment.
• Ability to discuss intimate medical topics in a professional, compassionate manner.
• Professional, friendly demeanour that can effectively defuse difficult situations and put patients at ease.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of healthcare professionals.
• Proven ability creating effective tracking systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift and carry supplies up to 50 lbs.
• Calm, pleasant demeanour with strong telephone skills: pleasant tone and receptive voice.
• Ability to speak and write fluently in English.