Embryologist I

Enjoy what you do while contributing to a company that makes a difference in people’s lives. Walter Reed, one of the premier fertility centers in the United States, continually seeks experienced, compassionate, and dynamic team players who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care to join our growing practice. The work we do building families offers stimulation, challenge, and personal reward.

If you're an Entry Level Embryologist looking for a new opportunity to work in a fast-paced, professional environment where your talent contributes to changing people’s lives, then we want to talk to you. This position requires collaborating with physicians and other medical providers by providing expert care and service for fertility treatments.

We currently have an opening for a full-time Embryologist I to work in our fast paced, high volume, Embryology Lab located at our Bethesda, MD office. This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday, 7:00a-3:30p, 2 weekends per month, 3 holidays per year

How You'll Contribute:

We always do whatever it takes, even if it isn’t specifically our “job.” In general, the Embryologist is responsible for:

• Identification, assessment and culture of oocytes; sperm preparation and insemination of oocytes
• Assessment and selection embryos for transfer; embryo vitrification, storage and warming
• Oocyte vitrification, storage and warming
• The position involves preparation of all media used with human gametes.
• The position involves diagnostic semen analysis
• Preparation and care of gametes/embryos throughout the laboratory process: IVF, ICSI, VIT, ET, Thaw and PGD
• Cryopreservation and thawing of embryos at varying stages of development
• Assessing fertilization and zygote quality following insemination
• Records and reports results in Artworks
• TBSA, PESA, TESA and TESE collection
• Oocyte denuding and ICSI insemination
• PGD biopsy
• Responsible for embryo discharge and storage
• Responsible for donor sperm/embryo tracking under FDA regulations
  
  
  

What You'll Bring:

• Must have appropriate college degree and graduated with a “B” average or greater in a relevant laboratory science; 3.0 or above overall GPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum 1 years of Embryology Experience preferred
• Must demonstrate the ability to function effectively without direct supervision, and to perform laboratory services in accord with the Laboratory Philosophy and Operating Standards.
• Proven ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
• Knowledge of office procedures and office machines (i.e. computer, fax, copier, etc.).
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work in a high standard, stressful environment.
• Ability to communicate accurately and concisely.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

More important than the best skills, however, is the right person. Employees who embrace our mission, vision, and core values are highly successful.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay bonus
• Comprehensive training
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan
• Tuition assistance
• Ability to make an impact in the communities we serve
  
  
  

At Walter Reed, we promote and develop individual strengths in order to help staff grow personally and professionally. Our core values - Empathy, Patient Focus, Integrity, Commitment, and Compassion (EPICC) – guide us daily to work hard and enjoy what we do. We’re committed to growing our practice and are always looking to promote from within. This is an ideal time to join our team!

To learn more about our company and culture, visit here.

How To Get Started:

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