Senior Embryologist (FGP), OB/GYN, IVF

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go tomed.nyu.edu, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, XandInstagram.Position Summary:We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Embryologist - (FGP), OB/GYN, IVF. In this role, the successful candidate Senior Embryologist works under the general direction of laboratory leadership. This position performs basic and advanced clinical laboratory techniques independently in the embryology laboratory. Additionally, this position interacts directly with physicians and demonstrates ability to use own judgement in making decisions regarding laboratory procedures. Participates in the day-to-day oversight and training of Embryologists Levels I and II. Detail oriented data entry and functionality with laboratory software is required. Expected to perform at high level showing skilled critical thinking and reliable judgement skills in high pressure situations. This position includes holiday and weekend rotations. Team oriented workflow. Also interfaces with the research and ancillary components of the program.Job Responsibilities: * Maintain records of training in each procedure. * Maintain and ensure chain of custody for all specimens in the laboratory. * Record and report laboratory monitoring, quality control, and patient results in the electronic medical record system and/or the appropriate written format, spreadsheets, databases, or laboratory software. * Data entry to SART and NASS if necessary. * Interact with and educate visitors and new personnel. * Consult directly with the laboratory and physician team regarding the status and appropriateness of clinical sperm, egg and embryo specimens and demonstrate knowledgeability to discuss embryologic or laboratory issues. * Participate in laboratory proficiency testing programs. * Demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to new technologies and procedures. * Participate in research projects. * Responsible to work independently and as the laboratory lead during weekends and in response to alarms. * Provide day-to-day oversight, training and mentoring of less experienced staff in the embryology laboratory in relation to basic and advanced procedures and techniques and the regulatory and administrative requirements of the laboratory, * Assist in preparation for and during inspections of the laboratory. * Perform other duties as assigned. Additional Position Responsibilities:Provide a high level of patient care and service. Attend practice and department meetings. Learn and maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, society meetings, reviewing publications, and establishing personal networks. Document all continuing education activities.Minimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a Education: A Bachelors degree or equivalent in a chemical, physical, biological, medical technology, clinical or reproductive laboratory science from an accredited institution.Experience: 3+ years in a clinical laboratory setting performing basic and advanced embryology techniques with experience in in-vitro fertilization. Other: Excellent written and spoken communication skills with ability to interact appropriately and effectively c