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Embryologist

Vcuhealth

Skills

Required

  • pace

Preferred

  • SART
  • QA
  • QC
  • performing ART procedures
  • oocyte identification
  • oocyte

The mission of the REI division embryology and andrology labs is to assist with the diagnosis and treatment of our patients. The primary responsibility of this position is to operate high quality andrology and assisted reproductive technology (ART) laboratories.

Responsibilities

  • Included in this responsibility is ensuring compliance with applicable regulations including CLIA, CAP, FDA and SART; completing QA and QC activities, performing semen analyses and sperm washes; performing ART procedures including oocyte identification, oocyte insemination, intracytoplasmic sperm insemination, embryo culture and assisted hatching; assisting with embryo biopsy for PGD/PGS; and assisting with embryo transfer.
  • Teaching occasional medical students and graduate students in the laboratory regarding embryology and andrology techniques is also expected.

Requirements

  • Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in andrology or embryology laboratories.
  • PREFERRED Experience in an academic medical center.
  • B.S. in biology or related field Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Day to day work is performed with minimal guidance.
  • Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change

Pay

Range $33.01 - $51.17 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable)

N/A Additional position requirements: Rotating weekend coverage is required. Some evening work is required.

Age Specific groups served

Adult Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical Lifting 20-50 lbs.

Activities

Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion: keyboard, mouse Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

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