Andrologist (Every Other Weekend)

The location of this position is in Fairfax VA. The schedule is every other weekend Sat/Sun 6:45a-12:30p

The Laboratory Technician will be working closely with infertility specialists, OB-GYNs, Urologists, and Oncologists to provide infertility testing (semen analyses), therapeutic procedures (sperm cryopreservation, and preparation of semen specimens for insemination), and cycle monitoring for in vitro fertilization or intrauterine insemination (assays for E2, FSH, LH, PRL, P4, TSH, AMH, and HCG using the fully automated Cobas e411 analyzer from Roche Diagnostics). Approximately 50% of the time will be spent in the Andrology lab and 50% in the Endocrinology lab.

How You'll Contribute:

• Preparing specimens for analysis, performing analyses following written procedures.
• The following Andrology procedures may be performed without direct supervision. Semen analysis, sperm preparation for IUI, freezing of sperm.
• The following endocrinology tests may be performed without direct supervision. E2, FSH, LH, PRL, P4, TSH, AMH, and HCG • Preparing reagents or media from written procedures and making adjustments as needed.
• Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments.
• Recognizing problems, identifying the cause, developing alternatives and determining solutions where no present criteria are available.
• Indicating the need for additional laboratory tests for definitive diagnostic information in prescribed instances.
• Utilizing laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results in an established format. QUALITY CONTROL:
• Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any clinical laboratory instruments or equipment.
• Recognizing and correcting basic instrument malfunctions. Notify supervisory personnel when appropriate. Contact maintenance personnel when needed.
• Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria.
• Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating results of quality control and implement corrective action when indicated.
• Determining performance specifications for new methods and establishing basic quality control procedures.
• Other Duties as Assigned

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree in biological sciences or medical technologies
• A minimum of 1 year laboratory experience
• 3+ years previous experience in Andrology preferred, or related lab positions
• Master's degree in Science or related field preferred
• 5+ years previous experience in Andrology, or related position
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good research skills • Advanced computer skills are required
• Flexibility and willingness to learn at all times
• Excellent multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to work some weekends

What We Offer:

Excellent organizational skills • Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines • Excellent communication skills • Ability to work as part of a team • Good research skills • Advanced computer skills are required • Flexibility and willingness to learn at all times • Excellent multi-tasking abilities • Ability to work some weekends

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