Senior Embryologist

US Fertility•Rockville, MD

10d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 Shady Grove 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 a Senior Embryologist to join our team at Shady Grove Fertility in Rockville, Maryland . Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM with weekend and holiday rotations Compensation: $100K to $130K (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 Senior Embryologist will:

Requirements

Minimum 5 years clinical/medical laboratory experience, preferably in Embryology.
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant laboratory science; Master’s degree 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
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.

Responsibilities

Demonstrated proficiency in all technical areas of the laboratory services and procedures: Identification, assessment and culture of oocytes Sperm preparation and insemination of oocytes Embryo culture Assessment and selection of embryos for transfer Embryo Vitrification, storage and warming Media preparation Oocyte Vitrification, storage and warming Recording and reporting laboratory results TBSA, PESA, TESA, TESE collection Oocyte denuding & ICSI insemination PGD biopsy (optional)
Achieve level of proficiency in all areas of the lab that allow for multitasking, training of junior staffers, and high productivity
Must be certified to work independently in the following laboratory processes and procedures: Preparation and care of gametes/embryos throughout the laboratory process: IVF, ICSI, VIT, ET, Thaw, PGD. Diagnostic TBSA and preparations for ICSI OR procedures including retrievals, Urology sperm collections, and embryo transfer Accurate entry of data and able to extract and interpret data Embryo discard/storage, including paperwork and follow-up Donor sperm/embryo tracking under FDA regulations
Must develop competency in more complex reproductive technologies, i.e. ICSI, PGD, and oocytes VIT.