Embryologist

Cny Fertility Center; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CNY Fertility is seeking an Embryologist to join our Norfolk lab, performing comprehensive laboratory duties across all embryology processes, including oocyte handling, fertilization checks, embryo culture, cryopreservation, and transfers.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a biological or medical laboratory science and 2–3 years of Embryology experience; the role includes weekend and holiday rotation and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical, medical or reproductive laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Embryology lab.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in fast paced environments.
• Must be able to lift 25lbs.
• Adequate vision or corrective lenses for sample identification.

Responsibilities

• Daily quality control, media preparation and dish preparation.
• Microscope and pipettor use.
• Use of other lab equipment to complete procedures: balance, pH meter, CO2 monitor, labeler, etc.
• Oocyte retrieval and denuding of oocytes.
• Embryo cryopreservation and warming.
• Fertilization checks and embryo transfers.
• ICSI and conventional fertilization techniques.
• Use EMR to schedule procedures, complete tasks, and navigate patient charts.
• Understand cryopreservation and storage of specimens.
• Assist in cleaning and stocking the laboratory.
• Perform PESA/TESE sperm retrievals and search.

Skills

Embryology lab experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical, medical or reproductive laboratory science or medical technology

Tools

Microscope

Pipettor

Balance

pH meter

CO2 monitor

Labeler

Job description

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Embryologist

Full Time Norfolk Lab, Norfolk, VA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1546

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Embryologist

Reports to: Senior Embryologist

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary: CNY Fertility is a renowned fertility center offering advanced treatments like IVF, IUI, and egg freezing. With a patient-centered approach and cutting-edge technology, we support individuals and couples on their journey to parenthood. As an Embryologist you will be proficient in all areas of the laboratory as well as lead a team of embryologists.

Required Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Daily quality control, media preparation and dish preparation
• Microscope and pipettor use
• Use of other lab equipment to complete procedures: balance, pH meter, CO2 monitor, labeler, etc.
• Oocyte retrieval and denuding of oocytes
• Embryo cryopreservation and warming
• Fertilization checks and embryo transfers
• ICSI and conventional fertilization techniques
• Use EMR to schedule procedures, complete tasks, and navigate patient charts
• Understand cryopreservation and storage of specimens
• Assist in cleaning and stocking the laboratory
• Perform PESA/TESE sperm retrievals and search

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Bachelors degree in a chemical, biological, clinical, medical or reproductive laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution required. Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Embryology lab.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Adequate vision or corrective lenes for sample identification.

Ability to multitask in fast paced environments.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position requires weekend and holiday rotation.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.