The IVF Lab Assistant manages the import and export of cryo specimens and maintains accurate laboratory records and data entry. They support embryologists by serving as a witness during sample processing and coordinating specimen transports with patients and clinics.
Requirements summary
A high school diploma or GED is required, while an associate degree and medical lab experience are preferred. Proficiency with computer database programs is mandatory for managing laboratory information systems.
high schoolassociate degreeQuality AssuranceInventory ManagementData EntryPatient ChartingMedical DocumentationElectronic Medical Records (EMR)Specimen TransportClinical CommunicationLaboratory Information System (LIS)CAP GuidelinesCryo Specimen ManagementElectronic Witnessing
Job description
Come join CCRM Fertility, a global pioneer in fertility treatment, research, science, specializing in IVF, fertility testing, egg freezing, preimplantation genetic testing, third party reproduction and egg donation. As a member of CCRM Fertility’s diverse team of professionals, you will be a part of helping families grow and changing lives. We take pride in providing our employees with meaningful employment, a supportive culture, and a well-balanced personal & work life alignment. For more information, visit www.ccrmivf.com [http://www.ccrmivf.com/]
Work Location
Department: Laboratory
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)
What We Offer
Our Team Members:
Generous Paid time-off (PTO) and paid holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health benefits eligible the first day of the month following your start date.
401(k) Plan with Company Match (first of the month following 2 months of service)
Basic & Supplement Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short-Term Disability
Flexible spending including Dependent Care and Commuter benefits.
Health Savings Account
CCRM Paid Family Medical Leave (eligible after 1 year)
Professional Development, Job Training, and Cross Training Opportunities
Bonus Potential
Potential for Over-time Pay (Time and a half)
Holiday Differential Pay (Time and a half)
Weekend Shift Differential Pay ($4.00 per hour)
Job Duties
The IVF Lab Assistant works collaboratively with the laboratory team. Your primary responsibility will be managing the import and export of cryo specimens include maintaining accurate records and data entry, preparing and handling laboratory supplies, and assisting the embryologists with daily tasks. The Lab Assistant reports directly to the Assistant Laboratory Director.
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account
Dependent Care Benefits
Short-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Professional Development
Commuter Benefits
401(k) Plan With Company Match
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Bonus Potential
Job Training
Paid Family Medical Leave
Cross Training Opportunities
Weekend Shift Differential Pay
Holiday Differential Pay
Over-time Pay
Basic & Supplement Life Insurance
Play a key role in the transport team with daily management of specimen transports.
Communicate electronically with the patients and clinic team to ensure a smooth transport process for all involved.
Communicate with shipping clinic to gather essential embryo shipment documentation.
Assemble, organize, and file patient charts, freeze cards, FDA paperwork, and consent forms; conduct quality assurance/control of patient charts according to CAP guidelines.
Monitor lab emails, phones, and EMR, to answer questions, address requests, direct to appropriate resource, and follow-up through completion.
Enter patient information in Electronic Witnessing system, and affix labels on charts, incubators, media setup.
Scan completed IVF/FET lab forms into patient EMR for Doctor/Nurse reference and ensure IVF/FET cycles are sent to business office and genetics.
Data entry of completed cycles into EMR and national reporting database.
Interpret ART notes to enter and place orders in IVF Laboratory information system (LIS) and ensure Genetics’ CCS results are recorded in LIS.
Maintain/update Cryoinventory database, Transfer database, assist with data manipulation and presentation as needed.
Serve as a witness to the Embryologist during sample processing, vitrification, and warming.
Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
High School diploma or GED certification required
Associates degree or higher preferred.
Medical lab experience preferred.
Computer database programs experience required.
Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those which should be met, with or without reasonable accommodation (IAW ADA Guidelines), by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office and clinical setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, including computer keyboards and mice; telephones; photocopiers; scanners; filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is frequently required to sit; will occasionally stand and/or walk; use hands and fingers to grasp, pick, pinch, type; and reach with hands and arms.
Employees should have the visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, and operation of standard office machines and equipment.
CCRM’s Compensation
The salary range represents the national average compensation for this position. The base salary offered will vary based on location, experience, skills, and knowledge. The pay range does not reflect the total compensation package. Our rewards may include an annual bonus, flexible work arrangements, and many other region-specific benefits.
Pre-Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of CCRM Fertility’s onboarding process, including verification of eligibility and authorization to work in the United States. This employer participates in the E-Verify Program in order to verify the identity and work authorization of all newly hired employees.
Equal Employment/Anti-Discrimination
We are an equal-opportunity employer. In all aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, the choice will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
