Jr. Embryologist

Nevada Fertility Center • Full-time • Las Vegas, Nevada, United States • 3m ago

Do you have a passion for helping people achieve their dreams of a growing family? An exciting opportunity awaits you with Nevada Fertility Center, a leading fertility practice! Our Las Vegas location is seeking a full-time Jr. Embryologist. A Jr. Embryologist in an infertility center plays a vital role in assisting with reproductive procedures and ensuring the successful development of embryos. This position involves working closely with patients, medical staff, and laboratory equipment to facilitate various assisted reproductive technologies (ART).

Key Responsibilities:
Gamete Handling: Collect and prepare eggs and sperm for fertilization.

IVF Procedures: Perform in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).

Embryo Culture: Monitor and assess embryo development, selecting the best embryos for transfer.

Cryopreservation: Freeze and thaw eggs, sperm, and embryos for future use.

Diagnostic Testing: Conduct genetic and chromosomal testing on embryos.

Laboratory Maintenance: Operate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment.

Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of all procedures and patient outcomes.

Patient Interaction: Communicate with patients and medical staff regarding treatment plans and progress.

Research and Development: Contribute to ongoing research in the field of embryology.

Ethical Compliance: Adhere to ethical guidelines and standards in reproductive medicine.

Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Embryology, or a related field.

Experience: Clinical Embryology Laboratory preferred, although not required

Skills:
o Strong laboratory skills and attention to detail.

o Excellent communication and organizational skills.

o Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

o Proficiency in handling laboratory equipment and new technologies.

Additional Information:
Work Environment: Fast-paced and requires precision and care.

On-Call Duties: May include weekend and emergency on-call responsibilities.

Ethical Standards: Adherence to ethical guidelines and regulations in reproductive medicine.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about reproductive science and eager to help individuals and couples achieve their dream of parenthood.