Embryologist

Twig Fertility • Full-time • Toronto, ON, CA • 5d ago

About Twig Fertility

We’re Twig Fertility - a leading fertility centre and reproductive health company dedicated to helping people navigate their fertility journey with personalized care and advanced treatment options. We are 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 state-of-the-art IVF lab and in-house 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 join a dynamic, passionate, and diverse team at the forefront of fertility care in Canada, let’s chat.

Who You Are:

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 laboratory
You are a key laboratory team member, working as a team and performing to the highest standards
You have the ability to work autonomously within a team, prioritize time sensitive tasks, problem solve, adapt quickly to challenges and are open to change.
Use your strong time management and critical thinking skills, together with your outstanding communication skills, to facilitate top performance

Your Responsibilities:

Perform all IVF tasks including, but not limited to: Oocyte retrieval, denuding, ICSI & conventional IVF, Micromanipulation (ICSI and biopsy), Fertilization check and Embryo assessment, Embryo culture, Embryo and Oocyte cryopreservation and warming, Embryo transfers, Media and culture dish preparation, Semen preparation, TE Biopsy
Assist with general andrology as needed
Practice aseptic laboratory technique
Perform laboratory equipment checks and assist with required maintenance
Prepare patient charts and documentation
Use and understand full functions of clinical EMR
Document daily, weekly, monthly QA/QC of the laboratory
Manage and stock supplies as needed
Perform daily laboratory cleaning
Report any issues, questions or concerns to the Lab Director and/or Supervisor

Your Experience

BSc. or higher in biology or laboratory science
Fully trained, with 2 or more years of experience as a clinical embryologist
Certified as a CFAS ART Lab professional (preferred)
Detail oriented with excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
Organized, flexible, able to multitask and prioritize
Able to work independently and seek assistance from other team members as necessary
A proactive team player
A quick learner with the ability to change and adapt quickly
Must enjoy learning and interacting with people of all backgrounds
Experience, willingness and comfort with providing care to LGBT2SQ individuals and couples

Your Schedule & Location:

Full time
Weekend rotation (Saturday and Sunday 7:00AM-3:00PM) and holidays as needed
Twig Midtown

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.