Supervisor - IVF Lab

JOB SUMMARY

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

General supervisory duties of the IVF lab supervisor include staffing, scheduling, yearly reviews and other personnel matters. The supervisor ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost-effective care and patient-focused services to members across the continuums, which comply with local, state and federal requirements. Implements and maintains clinical practice standards, clinical environmental standards and policies, budgets and staff development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

*This IVF Lab Supervisor role is hands-on, performing procedures with the IVF lab team and is responsible for the supervision of daily operations to ensure high-quality patient care. 

*Provide oversight of IVF lab staffing, scheduling and other duties according to laboratory specifications. 

*Administrative duties include management of inventories, ordering of supplies, general and preventative maintenance of the lab equipment.

*Responsible for orientation and onboarding of new team members in the IVF lab. 

*Performs competency and staff performance evaluations. 

*Troubleshooting and solving any issues that may arise in the IVF lab. 

*Assists Lab Director in accreditation/certification and compliance activities. 

*Other duties as delegated by the Lab Manager or Lab Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a biologic field. Master’s degree in biological science preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 4 years’ experience in clinical embryology 

License/Certification: Technical Supervisor (TS) certification by the American Board of Bioanalysis (ABB) preferred but not required.  

KNOWLEDGE

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.

• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.
• Ability to conduct analysis and formulate conclusions.
• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge and in-depth understanding of chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science and medical technology.
• Knowledge and proficiency in all clinical IVF procedures, including egg retrieval, sperm processing (including urologic specimens), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), embryo biopsy, embryo and gamete cryopreservation and warming and embryo transfer.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
• Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.

Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $62.60 to $78.25