Clinical Embryologist

DenialHost; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Clinical Embryologist at a leading NHS fertility unit in Gateshead. Join a compassionate team providing high-quality fertility treatments. The role involves performing advanced laboratory duties and mentoring junior staff, ensuring excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant practical experience.
• Evidence of personal/professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory duties including semen analysis and embryo assessment.
• Manage laboratory workload independently.
• Educate trainees and junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

ICSI Micromanipulation

Education

BSc in Biological Science

HPCP Registration

Job description

Job Summary

Gateshead Fertility has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Embryologist to join our established team on a fixed-term basis.

We provide a range of fertility treatments to patients in the North East and North Cumbria, renowned for our compassionate care and excellent outcomes. Our Embryology team plays a significant role in service development and maintains high patient contact.

This NHS fertility unit caters to a diverse patient base, with a multi-disciplinary team sharing a common vision that drives our success.

Main duties of the job

The Applicant Should Have:

• BSc degree in appropriate biological science
• HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
• ICSI micromanipulation skills
• Minimum 2 Years Relevant Practical Experience
• Evidence of personal/professional development
• Ability to pursue and direct basic scientific investigations
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal and influencing skills

About Us

Based in the North East of England, we provide hospital and community health services from facilities including Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon Urgent Care Centre, and Bensham Hospital in Gateshead.

Established in 2005 as one of the first foundation trusts, we employ around 4,800 staff and offer 444 hospital beds across the region.

Our values — Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement (ICORE) — are central to our work. We support staff through various networks and initiatives, including the 'Balance' programme to promote wellbeing.

Job Details

• Posted: 15 April 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: 7
• Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 per annum
• Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Location: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Sheriff Hill, Gateshead, NE9 6SX

Job Responsibilities

Duties of Senior Embryologist:

• Perform laboratory duties including semen analysis, sperm preparation, oocyte retrieval, insemination, ICSI micromanipulation, embryo assessment, culture, transfer, cryopreservation, and maintenance.
• Manage laboratory workload independently within guidelines.
• Educate trainees, junior staff, and students.
• Communicate complex information to patients and obtain legal consent.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Implement and revise policies and procedures.
• Record treatments and outcomes, maintain databases, and compile reports.
• Conduct equipment testing and quality audits.
• Participate in equipment evaluation and maintenance.
• Handle private patient invoicing and out-of-hours on-call duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: HPCP registration, STP graduate, Embryologist experience
• Desirable: ICSI trained

Experience

• Essential: UK experience

Additional Requirements

Applicants must have UK professional registration, and this role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Please refer to UK Visas and Immigration for sponsorship details.