Embryologist - Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 55,048 - 99,076; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Possible signing bonus

Health benefits

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A premier health system in Worcester is seeking an experienced Embryologist to perform IVF and fertility analysis procedures. The role includes counseling patients on fertility options and overseeing the IVF lab's operations. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in IVF techniques. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $39.96 to $71.92 per hour, dependent on skills and experience, as well as potential signing bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, or biological, medical technology, clinical or reproductive laboratory science.
• Experience of at least 3 years in IVF procedures including ICSI, AH, and vitrification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform various embryological medical procedures including IVF and fertility analysis.
• Counsel patients on fertility and ART procedures.
• Oversee technical/admin aspects of IVF lab operations.

Skills

ICSI

Assisted hatching

Embryo vitrification

Blastocyst biopsy

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $39.96 - $71.92 (final offer may vary based on candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations)

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday)

Scheduled Hours: Varies

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 0

Cost Center: 34000 - 3411 IVF

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Position Summary

Perform various embryological medical procedures, including IVF and fertility analysis.

Major Responsibilities

Counsel and advise patients on fertility and ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) procedures. Treat infertility issues using ART. Oversee day-to-day technical and administrative aspects of IVF lab operation under the direction of IVF Laboratory Director. Technical benchwork, quality control and quality assurance activities and paperwork. Train newly hired embryologists. Work closely with the lab director and medical director to assure quality patient care and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies. Resolve technical problems including equipment troubleshooting following manufacturer's instructions and/or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the laboratory director. Review, revise, and write IVF laboratory protocols.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

Position Qualifications

License/Certification/Education

Required: Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, or biological, medical technology, clinical or reproductive laboratory science from an accredited institution.

Preferred: Master's degree in chemical, physical, or biological, medical technology, clinical or reproductive laboratory science from an accredited institution. Certification as Technical Supervisor (American Board of Bioanalysis).

Experience/Skills

Required: Experience of at least 3 years in all IVF procedures including ICSI, AH, vitrification, blastocyst biopsy and other related procedures. Be proficient in all IVF procedures including intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), Assisted hatching (AH), embryo/blastocyst vitrification, blastocyst biopsy, biopsied cell processing for PGT, oocyte vitrification and warming. Knowledge to conduct CAP, FDA, and CLIA inspections. Excellent communication, both verbal and written. Basic computer skills necessary for data entry, making data summary tables/spreadsheets and operating electronic medical record. Must be detail oriented and a team player.

Preferred: Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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