Embryologist / Senior Embryologist

Build What Matters Most—Families, Futures, and Your Career Enjoy meaningful work while contributing to an organization that changes lives every day. US Fertility , the nation’s leading partnership of physician-led fertility practices, is redefining what it means to build a career in reproductive medicine. Our team members choose to build their career home at US Fertility because of the hope we inspire in our patients , the lives we help bring into the world , and the culture of excellence we foster across our organization . We share a deep commitment to continuously improving the patient experience and advancing research and development in one of the most dynamic and impactful fields of medicine. Through our national network of premier fertility centers—including Ovation Fertility —we combine clinical expertise, scientific innovation, and compassionate care. The work we do building families offers purpose, challenge, and personal reward—and we’re just getting started. Opportunity Overview We have an immediate opening for an Embryologist / Senior Embryologist to join our team at Ovation Fertility in Newport Beach, California. Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with 24 weekends and 7 holidays per year Compensation: Up to $170,000 per year (commensurate with experience) This role provides the opportunity to grow within a nationally respected organization while remaining closely connected to the patients and teams you support every day. How You’ll Contribute At US Fertility, collaboration is fundamental to how we work. There is undeniable strength in numbers—and support is always within reach. Whether collaborating with more than 200 highly respected physicians nationwide or partnering with colleagues who are passionate about solving meaningful problems, you’ll be surrounded by a team committed to shared success. In this role, the Embryologist / Senior Embryologist will: Undertake embryology laboratory procedures as directed Have attention to detail with an awareness and understanding of the sensitive and confidential nature of ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) treatment Comply with HIPAA privacy regulations Remain trained in latest technologies including, but not limited to: trophectoderm biopsy, oocyte vitrification, and complex micromanipulation skills Demonstrate advanced knowledge of reproductive biology including the male and female reproductive system Demonstrate excellent clinical skills and be able to lead and work in a team environment Be comfortable with the physical handling of oocytes, embryos and semen including hazardous specimens Be competent in the correct assessment and grading of oocyte, embryo and sperm morphology Perform clerical tasks diligently and follow established protocols and laboratory guidelines Perform meticulous data entry into computer databases and software programs Maintain detailed and accurate patient logs and laboratory reports Communicate detailed information to patients, staff and regulatory bodies Have the desire to develop and coordinate clinical research projects Develop and complete research projects which are publishable Provide support for manuscript preparation and editing Provide support for CAP inspection preparedness and inspections Have the desire to obtain additional competency certification by the American Board of Bioanalysis Have clear, professional and timely communication with staff, physicians and patients Participate in Continuing Technical Improvement exercises Maintain technical proficiency in routine laboratory procedures Assist in the preparation of routine and ad hoc analyses of data relating to performance of the laboratory and individual technologists and to specific research projects Perform all procedures required for IVF cycles, including medium and dish preparation, egg retrieval, sperm preparation, fertilization check, embryo evaluation, cryopreservation and thawing, transfer, ICSI and assisted hatching. Experience with trophectoderm biopsy is preferred Perform all andrology services, including preparation of semen samples for artificial inseminations and IVF, cryopreservation of sperm, and complete sperm analysis assessed by World Health Organization (WHO) standards Perform laboratory quality control (QC), quality assessment (QA), and participates in quality improvement (QI) programs, record keeping and collection of data Participate in research on oocytes cryopreservation, oocyte maturation, preimplantation genetic diagnosis and related research Perform other duties as assigned, and in keeping with company policies, procedures and standards of patient care and initiatives toward continuous improvement at the individual and organizational level Perform daily embryology (set-up’s / egg retrievals / ICSI-IVF / fertilization –embryo development checks / embryo transfers / cryopreservation / testicular Bx preps-Cryo / embryo Bx for PGD) and reporting Process semen specimens for