We’re Twig – a state of the art fertility centre in Toronto. Twig is on a mission to elevate today’s fertility care and deliver a better experience for one and all – both patients and employees alike. Our modern space brings a new definition to what healthcare can look like in Canada. Together with our in-house IVF lab and pharmacy, we offer the full range of fertility services.
As an organization, we are continuously challenging the status quo and bringing a more compassionate vision for the way care should be. We believe best-in-class care requires outstanding medicine and manner. That’s why we offer the latest fertility advancements and expertise, paired with a personalized, whole-person approach – all supported by state-of-the-art equipment and a tech-enabled platform that makes accessing care easier than ever.
If you are looking to be part of a dynamic and diverse group, let’s chat.
Who we are looking for:
- You are passionate about delivering a personalized, inclusive and elevated care experience in a collaborative and a multidisciplinary environment
- You strive to provide excellent laboratory results and patient care while working in a state of the art facility
- You are a key contributor, and love to work as a team, performing to the highest standards
- You have the ability to work autonomously, prioritize time sensitive tasks, problem solve and adapt quickly to challenges
- Use your strong time management and critical thinking skills, together with your outstanding communication skills, to facilitate top performance
In this role, you will:
- Receive and process semen samples
- Perform sperm analysis and preparation for IUI and IVF
- Sperm cryopreservation and thawing
- Assist with daily laboratory cleaning
- Prepare and process blood samples on the in house blood analyzer
- Prepare samples for shipment to outside laboratories
- Communicate with clinic personnel, medical personnel and patients
- Document in clinic EMR
- Perform and document daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory QA/QC
- Perform laboratory equipment checks and required maintenance
- Assist with cleaning and restocking as needed
- Managing supplies of laboratory equipment and consumables
Qualifications & Experience:
- BSc. in Biology or related field
- MLA certification (preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in an andrology lab
- Sound understanding of human physiology
- Excellent microscopy skills
- Experience with basic, automated (CASA), and advanced semen analysis, including morphology assessments
- Experience processing fresh semen samples
- Experience reviewing the release of donor samples
- Knowledge of infection control practices
- Accuracy in both written and spoken English with attention to detail
- Proficient computer skills, and a strong work ethic with the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
- Experience in data entry and record keeping
- Organized and able to multitask and prioritize
- Ability to work independently and seek assistance from other team members as necessary
- Must enjoy learning and interacting with people of all backgrounds
- Experience, willingness and comfort with providing care to LGBT2SQ individuals and couples
- Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, eligible to work in Canada.
Your Schedule:
- Monday-Friday (7:00AM-3:00PM EST) with weekend rotation needed
Twig Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Full benefits package (including fertility benefits)
- A collaborative, energetic, and supportive team
At Twig, we are committed to creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and valued. We believe that a diverse and inclusive organization enables us to make reproductive and fertility care better for everyone. We encourage applications from racialized people, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, people with intersectional identities, as well as any others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
