Job Description / Duties

Your Role:

The Sr. Embryologist is responsible for the appropriate handling and care of gametes and embryos during ART treatment. Performance of this role involves accurate manipulation of human oocytes (eggs) and sperm for:

• Intra-uterine Insemination (IUI), Donor Insemination (DI), In vitro fertilization (IVF), Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), selection of resulting embryos for transfer back to patients.

• Selection of competent embryos and oocytes for cryopreservation (freezing) and performance of the embryo/oocyte freezing and the eventual thawing procedure.

• The Embryologist is accountable for proper recording, documentation of assessments and procedures performed, and proper use of the Electronic Medical Record.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures that all technical procedures are carried out according to the Laboratory Procedure Manual in a reliable, competent manner.

• Ensures all communications of the department are screened and acted upon.

• Ensure the correct identification of specimens and conveys to the Laboratory Director/Supervisor or promptly deals with any unsuitable specimens.

• Issues provisional reports according to protocols so that delays in transmitting information to the medical staff are minimized.

• Records data on tests/procedures in a clear and concise way, so that all staff members can immediately understand what tests/procedures have been performed and what results obtained.

• Conveys any significant abnormal test/procedure results to the Laboratory Director (or Laboratory Supervisor), or take appropriate action as required.

• Ensures that an adequate inventory of reagents, media and lab supplies are in readiness at all times to perform tests and procedures.

• Brings to the attention of the Laboratory Director/Supervisor or acts upon any errors detected or made and respond as objectively as possible.

• Uses all laboratory equipment according to laboratory protocols and guidelines and reports orrepairs actual or potential malfunctions immediately.

• Becomes familiar with all new or revised procedures as they become available and maintains laboratory currency by regular review of the Laboratory Manual.

• Assists in training new personnel or technologists from other centers in learning laboratory tests/procedures and recording methods.

• Participates in safety programs within the clinic.

• Maintains up-to-date quality assurance records for tests and procedures performed in the Laboratory.

• Performs frequent maintenance, monitoring and repair of essential equipment to ensure optimum operation.

• Participates in continuing education through attendance to internal journal clubs and outside meetings and symposia.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Experience and Position Requirements:

• Strong understanding of human reproduction biology.

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in human IVF as a Senior Embryologist.

• Minimum Bachelor of Science in biological science or reproductive sciences.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office softwares (Word, Excel, Power Point)

Skills:

• Knowledge on providing a safe and inclusive environment to gender and sexually diverse people (2SLGBTQIA+) preferred.

• Knowledge of IVF, ICSI, Blastocyst Vitrification and Thawing, Embryo Transfer, PGT-A/Embryo Biopsy.

• Demonstrated commitment for continued self-development in human reproductive biology

• Strong problem solving and communication skills.

•Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Term of Employment:

Permanent and Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

Language of Work

English or French

Location of Work

Pavillon Hôtel-Dieu, 31 Providence St 4th Floor, Moncton, NB E1C 8X3

Additional Information

Clinique Conceptia Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an environment of diversity and accessibility.
Vaccination Policy: Individuals employed in this position are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and must submit proof of vaccination prior to starting their employment with Clinique Conceptia Inc. as a condition of hire. Clinique Conceptia Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to disability, or any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

Salary: base salary $82,000 - $92,000 per year based on work experience

Benefits:

• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Option to enroll in Pension Plan after one year of service
• Four weeks of paid vacation per year

Contact Information

For more information on this position, please contact:

Telephone: 506-544-5434

Email: cecile.st-laurent@conceptia.ca

Address: Pavillon Hôtel-Dieu, 31 Providence St 4th Floor, Moncton, NB E1C 8X3

Employer Profile

Clinic Conceptia Inc.

About Us: The Fertility Partners is the largest network of fertility clinics in Canada and is the business partner of choice for distinguished fertility centers and clinicians and the proud owner of Clinique Conceptia Inc. Through collaboration, strategic expertise, and tactical back-office resources, clinicians and their teams can focus their time and energy on what matters most - providing exceptional empathetic care, delivering outstanding fertility treatment, and helping to fulfill the dream for patients of creating families. Our vision is to empower and enable our partner clinicians, researchers, and their teams to pursue globally leading clinical outcomes and unparalleled patient journeys. The Company and its partners will drive the profession forward utilizing innovation, data mining, strategic relationships and evidence-based science and technology. Clinique Conceptia Inc. is the only full-service fertility treatment center in New Brunswick. They are a leading fertility clinic in Canada with many years of success above national average, focused entirely on patient-specific treatment strategies and welfare. Their mission is to provide the best quality of care, according to the patients’ individual situation and needs.