The Fertility Partners (TFP) is actively recruiting a part-time Andrologist to join its Generation Fertility clinic. The successful candidate will primarily support the Newmarket location and provide coverage at the Vaughan location as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess human semen samples for their suitability.
- Performs test to assess the sperm function and provides feedback based on those results as to the potential fertility of the patient.
- Makes recommendations as to the most appropriate treatment.
- Prepares fresh and frozen samples for IUI and IVF.
- Prepares and freezes semen samples.
- Maintains the cyrobank.
- 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/Lead Embryologist/Andrology and Phlebotomy Team Lead or promptly deals with any unsuitable specimens.
- Issues provisional reports according to protocol so that delays in transmitting information to the medical staff are minimized.
- Records data on test/procedures in a clear and concise way, so that all staff members can immediately understand what test/procedures have been performed and what results obtained.
- Conveys any significant abnormal test procedure results to the Laboratory Director (Lead embryologist) 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/Lead Embryologist or ask upon any errors detected or made and respond as objectively as possible.
- Uses all laboratory equipment according to laboratory protocols and guidelines and reports or appears 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.
- Assist in training new personnel or Andrologists from other centers in learning laboratory tests/procedures and recording methods.
- Participates in safety programs within the clinic.
- Maintaining laboratory QC, inventory, cleanliness, stocking and ordering.
- Performs frequent maintenance, monitoring and repair of essential equipment to ensure optimum operation.
- Participates in continuing education through attendance at internal journal clubs and outside meetings and symposia.
Qualifications:
- BSc in Biology or related field of Medical Laboratory Technology including a sound understanding of animal or human physiology
- CFAS certification (an asset)
- Recent experience in Andrology/Sperm Handling
Skills:
- Sound understanding of human reproductive biology.
- Excellent fine motor skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- An ability to apply rigorous quality control procedures.
- Well developed problem-solving techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work under minimal supervision.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledgeable about providing a safe and inclusive environment to gender and sexually diverse people (2SLGBTQIA+).
- Committed to patient centered care.
