Embryologist

Embryologist

Salary Range $145,000.00 - $175,000.00 Salary/year Position Type Full-Time

Description

About Los Angeles Reproductive Center: At Los Angeles Reproductive Center, part of Ivy Fertility, we're committed to delivering compassionate, patient-focused fertility care, supporting patients through every step of their fertility journey. We're looking for a full-time Embryologist to join our team in Encino!

Job Summary: The Embryologist is responsible for performing a variety of assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and patient care. This role partners closely with physicians, nurses, and the broader ART team to support successful clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine ART procedures, including oocyte retrieval, IVF, ICSI, embryo culture, cryopreservation, thawing, assisted hatching, and embryo transfer
• Conduct sperm preparation, including MESA/TESA processing and semen washes for IVF and IUI
• Maintain and update quality control, quality assurance, and safety logs
• Support lab operations, including media preparation, inventory management, and equipment maintenance
• Enter and manage data in lab systems (Artisan, Excel, etc.)
• Participate in lab meetings, committees, and performance improvement initiatives
• Assist with regulatory compliance, including CLIA, FDA, OSHA, CAP, and tissue bank inspections
• Provide a high level of service and collaboration with physicians, staff, and patients
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in a chemical, physical, or biological science
• Minimum 2 years' clinical embryology experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with sound judgment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment

Team Expectations:

• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Demonstrate accountability, reliability, and professionalism
• Participate in meetings and ongoing improvement efforts
• Support team efficiency through strong attendance and punctuality
• Weekend coverage

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform duties requiring standing, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Visual and auditory ability to perform job functions with or without accommodation

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities and include others as assigned.

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.