Embryologist

• An established, multi-specialty hospital in Sharjah,• Is looking for an embryologist to join their IVF team.• MOH license required.JOB PURPOSETo provide the technical and scientific skills and knowledge which are required to deliver a comprehensive assisted conception service.Minimum Requirements:Degree in relevant scientific subject: B.Sc or M.Sc in applied science/ biology,Minimum 2 years experience in IVF laboratory. Tissue cell culture experience or previous IVF training.Physical Skills:Skills requiring specialist hand-eye coordination, highly developed visual skills and delicacy of touch, dexterity and speed are practiced on a daily basis, e.g. semen analysis: assessing quality of sperm, selecting sperm, ICSI: injecting a sperm into an egg, handling of eggs and embryos, ability to use complicated equipment, performing separate procedures with both hands simultaneously, and ability to react to rapidly changing situations during the procedure, subtle visual clues e.g. the deterioration of sperm or eggs whilst under the microscope.Communication and Relationships:On a daily basis the post holder will ensure clarity and understanding of information given to patients, staff and the wider multidisciplinary team. Provide and receive complex and sensitive information regarding aspects of patients' reproductive health. Demonstrate empathy, understanding and patience during highly emotional treatment regimes. Frequently communicate bad news, i.e. failed fertilization.Analytical and Judgmental Skills:Work unsupervised, providing the necessary scientific and technical skills necessary for different methods of assisted conception. Analyse and interpret results of tests/investigations making recommendations as to treatment options available to patients, e.g. analysis of semen samples, the result of which would indicate suitability for IVF, I.C.S.I or a possible surgical intervention (testicular biopsy or similar). Assessment of human embryos, making the decision as to suitability for uterine transfer or cryopreservation. Responsible for the decision regarding the viability of thawed embryos and their suitability for treatment.

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