Embryologist at Alfred & Victoria Associates

Operational Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning and maintenance of the embryology lab.
• Daily cleaning of the andrology and serology work bench.
• Preparation of Dishes 24 hours before treatment.
• Pre egg pickup preparation.
• Taking temperature readings, CO2 readings and VOC (volatile organic compound) level.
• Carrying out routine serology tests and seminal fluid analysis.
• Documentation of serology and Seminal fluid analysis results.
• Presentation of laboratory weekly and monthly activities.
• Preparation and dispatch of treatment summary after embryo transfer.
• Taking weekly and monthly stock of all consumables, and sending the reports appropriately.
• Daily preparation of results and dispatch to the front desk.
• Sperm Preparation for treatment.
• Carrying out assisted reproductive procedures: ICSI, IMSI, PICSI and LAH
• Carrying out Vitrification and thawing of embryos.
• Taking of embryo Biopsy and tubing.
• Assisting in sending samples for Genetic Screening.
• Vitrification and thawing of Oocytes & Embryos

Strategic Responsibilities:

• To keep abreast of current developments in the field of embryology by attendance at conferences/ workshops and journal review, to make suggestions for new treatment types/ methods/ systems.
• To help project the image of the clinic in professional and patient communities
• Invest in learning and growth, making it a priority to improve employee competences, promote use of technology and motivate employees to be accountable individuals standing up for integrity.
• To ensure that information to colleagues, patients, and the general public is accurate and appropriate within the area of responsibility.

Requirements

• Educational Qualification: BSc. (minimum of 2nd Class Upper) in Biological Science
• Professional Qualification: Added advantage
• Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience

Technical Competencies:

• Proficient in laboratory.
• Excellent knowledge of the IVF techniques.

Managerial Competencies:

• Pro-activeness and alertness
• Teamwork
• Creativity
• Integrity
• Problem Analysis
• Process Improvement

Behavioural Competencies:

• High Energy Level
• Good verbal and written communication
• Good leadership and motivational skill
• Honesty
• Customer Orientation
• Attention to details
• Strong organizational skills, confident, friendly & approachable