Position Overview
Do you have a passion for helping people achieve their dreams of a growing family? An exciting opportunity awaits at The Nevada Center for Reproductive Medicine, a leading fertility practice in Reno. We are seeking a full-time, experienced Jr. Embryologist to join our growing team.
This role performs IVF embryology laboratory procedures to support consistent pregnancy rates and deliver high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include gamete incubation, insemination, embryo culture, cryopreservation, and micromanipulation techniques in human in vitro fertilization.
This is an exempt position reporting to the Laboratory Director. The position requires limited patient contact and willingness to work some weekends and holidays.Compensation is DOE, starting at $60,000/ year, with comprehensive benefits.
Essential Functions
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this description identifies the essential functions of the role, which are performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Requests for accommodation will be given careful consideration.
Clinical / Technical Responsibilities
Perform semen analyses; report and record results
Evaluate sperm morphology
Prepare semen samples for insemination and IVF
Perform sperm cryopreservation and maintain cryopreserved sperm inventory
Assist with sperm aspiration procedures (PESA/TESE) alongside Clinical Providers
Identify, assess, and culture oocytes
Perform in vitro fertilization and determine successful fertilization
Perform embryo culture, assessment, and selection for transfer
Perform embryo and oocyte cryopreservation, storage, and thawing
Perform micromanipulation techniques, including ICSI and laser-assisted hatching
Perform endocrine assays as needed
Plan IVF procedure schedules
Perform daily laboratory quality control and documentation
Complete accurate charting in patient and departmental records
Ensure proper operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, including preventative maintenance and troubleshooting
Maintain laboratory supply inventory
Assist with additional laboratory duties as assigned
Perform related duties as necessary
Quality Assurance
Maintain clinical service quality by enforcing quality assurance policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with physicians and management to develop and update evaluation tests, methods, and procedures
Prepare quality assurance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
Foster strong working relationships between clinical services and other departments
Safety & Compliance (OSHA)
Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with procedures, regulations, and infection-control protocols
Adhere to medication administration and storage procedures and controlled substance regulations
Identify and anticipate safety concerns by reviewing operational and environmental conditions
Support development and enforcement of safety systems, policies, and training
Comply with federal, state, and local safety regulations
Team Communication
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members
Attend meetings as assigned and communicate issues appropriately
Work independently and cooperatively to achieve program goals
Professional Development
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education, workshops, and professional publications
Participate in relevant professional societies
Contribute to a positive patient experience at every point of contact
Confidentiality
Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, biology, chemistry, or related field
Previous laboratory experience required; experience with embryo and/or cell culture techniques preferred
Minimum two (2) years of experience in an infertility practice preferred
BLS certification required
Strong computer skills
Excellent manual dexterity and attention to fine detail
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to communicate accurately and concisely
Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in stressful situations
Strong interpersonal skills
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Employees are expected to adapt to reasonable changes and perform additional tasks as assigned to support the needs of the Practice.
Ivy Fertility is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. Ivy Fertility does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
