Description

Department:

02257 WFBMG University Group Practice: Winston Salem Medical Plz Miller - OB/GYN: Reproductive Endocrinology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

40hrs /week. Weekend and possible holiday work required.

Pay Range
$40.30 - $60.45

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Embryologist/Andrologist to join our laboratory team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of embryology and andrology laboratory procedures while ensuring the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Job Summary: Under the supervision of laboratory director, perform assisted reproduction technology (ART) laboratory techniques including semen analysis, oocyte retrieval, sperm preparation, fertilization of oocytes, micromanipulation (intracytoplasmic sperm injection, assisted hatching), pronuclear assessment, embryo culture and evaluation, preparation for embryo transfer, cryopreservation and thawing of gametes and embryos, embryo biopsy for preimplantation genetic diagnosis/screening (PGD/S), and laboratory quality control, quality assurance and quality improvements activities.

Position Highlights:

• Department: Reproductive & Infertility
• Location: Hanestown Clinic, Winston Salem
• Shift Schedule: Full-time; 40 hours/week; 8a-5p, weekends required as needed

What We Offer :

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Wellness Incentives: Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program.
• Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for non-birthing parents.
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

How You'll Impact Patient care :

Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Must be willing to learn and perform all aspects of the embryology/andrology laboratory services as described above under direct/indirect supervision.
• Operating chemistry analyzer.
• Must be able to follow strict protocols and guidelines without deviation.
• Accurate maintenance of laboratory records, including, but not limited to, proficiency testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, monitoring and calibration, patient test and clinical procedure records, deviations from established performance specifications and corrective actions taken.
• Designs and implements lab safety and security systems, hazardous waste management, chemical hygiene and injury prevention programs.
• Ability to recognize problems which may adversely affect patient test or procedure results, and either rectifying the problem or reporting it to the laboratory director, initiates and participates in problem solving using available reference material when necessary.
• Demonstrates a good spirit of teamwork and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, physician, and clinical staff.
• Assists in implementing quality control and laboratory maintenance per laboratory protocols and regulation guidelines (FDA, CLIA, CAP,and JCAHO).
• Works weekends, holidays and extended hours as required.
• Performs assignments as requested by Lab Director.

Education/Experience/Certifications to Qualify :

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or other related scientific fields.
• Two years of related clinical/research experience in a successful assisted reproductive technology program.
• Proven record of working in a successful ART program.
• Certification as technical supervisor in andrology and embryology by the American Board of Bioanalysis preferred.
• Prior experience in setting up and preparing the laboratory for CAP, CLIA, FDA and JCAHO inspections preferred.
• Experience with trophectoderm biopsy preferred.

Where You Will Work :

• Working in healthcare in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a rewarding and dynamic experience. This vibrant city is home to renowned healthcare institutions making it a hub for medical professionals and healthcare innovation.
• As a healthcare professional in Winston-Salem, you'll have the opportunity to provide top-notch care to a diverse and engaged community. The healthcare industry here is characterized by a commitment to patient-centered care, cutting-edge medical research, and a collaborative spirit among healthcare providers.
• Winston-Salem offers a high quality of life with a cost of living that's lower than in many other major cities. You'll find a thriving arts and culture scene, beautiful parks, and a strong sense of community. The city's commitment to healthcare extends beyond the hospital walls, with initiatives aimed at improving public health and wellness.
• Whether you're drawn to clinical care, research, or administration, working in healthcare in Winston-Salem, NC, allows you to be part of a healthcare environment that values excellence, compassion, and the well-being of the community. Join us in contributing to the health and vitality of Winston-Salem, where healthcare is not just a profession but a calling.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Under the supervision of laboratory director, perform assisted reproduction technology (ART) laboratory techniques including semen analysis, oocyte retrieval, sperm preparation, fertilization of oocytes, micromanipulation (intracytoplasmic sperm injection, assisted hatching), pronuclear assessment, embryo culture and evaluation, preparation for embryo transfer, cryopreservation and thawing of gametes and embryos, embryo biopsy for preimplantation genetic diagnosis/screening (PGD/S), and laboratory quality control, quality assurance and quality improvements activities.