Embryology Lab Director

Company: California- Southern
Location: Basking Ridge
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIESEmbryology Clinical:Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.Maintained records that demonstrate that PT samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the Medical Director.Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.Study and review laboratory operating manual and become familiar with quality assurance, quality control, safety procedures and operating guidelines for performing laboratory services.Study and review OSHA requirements for safe laboratory operation.Participate in Laboratory Operations as directed.Perform laboratory services under supervision to gain proficiency.Obtain certification to perform laboratory services on independent basis.Have a comprehensive understanding of and follow all OSHA requirements for safe laboratory operations. Always wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Maintain a safe laboratory environment.Clinical Research ResponsibilitiesOur IVIAmerica cohort of clinics are in constant communications and continually working together to provide only the best laboratory care for our patients around the country. Our Basking Ridge laboratory often provides both research and troubleshooting support to our sister clinics around the country. Our successful candidate should:Be able to initiate, execute and discuss research projects that focus on real world clinical embryology challenges to both physicians and our network embryologists.Review data trends and be in frequent communication with physicians regarding clinical embryo developmental trends and causation.General/AdministrativeDocument patient care services by charting in patient computer database and departmental records and filing clinical documents.Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations, and calling for assistance from other health care support personnel when appropriate.Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and laboratory safety policies and protocols.Is available for on-call duty as necessary.Participate in patient education and communication with co-workers.REQUIREMENTSDoctoral degree in a relevant scientific discipline with HCLD or ELD certification.Must be able to work weekends and some holidays.BENEFITSWe offer a very competitive, comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance OptionsPaid Time Off & 8+ Paid HolidaysCompany Paid Life Insurance, Long Term Disability & ADFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramRetirement 401K PlanOptional benefits including STD, Life & AD Buy-up plans & more.

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