About this role
Job summary
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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Embryologist to step into the role of Laboratory Manager at Care Fertility Northampton on a 12month fixedterm maternity cover basis.
This is a key leadership position responsible for the daytoday management, development and performance of the embryology laboratory service, ensuring the highest standards of patient care, regulatory compliance and scientific excellence.
As a vital member of both the Clinic Management Team and the Group Embryology Team, you will play a central role in shaping the service, supporting colleagues and driving continuous improvement across the clinic during the maternity cover period.
Main duties of the job
Providing operational and professional leadership of the embryology laboratory serviceEnsuring compliance with all regulatory, governance and quality requirements, including HFEA standardsMaintaining high standards of patient care, confidentiality, traceability and data integrityManaging laboratory staffing, rotas, recruitment, induction and competency assessmentOverseeing laboratory equipment, consumables, cryostorage and donor sperm managementActing as Quality Lead for the embryology service, including audits, inspections and incident managementWorking collaboratively with the multidisciplinary clinic team to support clinical outcomesSupporting service development, quality improvement initiatives and research activity where appropriateParticipating in flexible working arrangements, including weekend and oncall rotas
About us
Were Care Fertility, were the largest private provider of IVF and fertility treatment in the UK.
We draw on the knowledge of our wider team of over 600 dedicated doctors, embryologists, nurses and support teams who all work together to ensure our patients get the very best fertility treatment.
At Care we care, for our patients and for our people. We believe in helping you to reach your full potential.
In a company where hard work and great results are recognised, you can look forward to a supportive culture of collaboration where we value each other.
If you join Care, you can look forward to a challenging and rewarding role, with great results bringing great opportunity for recognition.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a Laboratory Manager at Care Fertility, you will be responsible for the day- to- day management and development of the embryology service. You will be accountable for stringently ensuring regulatory requirements and quality standards are met and high standards of patient care is delivered. You will work with the multi-disciplinary team and will be a critical component in providing our patients with the best possible treatment experience and as a team give each patient the very best chance of success. As part of the Care Fertility family, your role will embody the organisations core values of Compassion, Collaboration and Expertise.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc minimum 2:1 or equivalent in a relevant life science HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist Proven experience in a senior embryology or reproductive science leadership role Strong understanding of HFEA regulation, quality management systems and laboratory governance Experience supervising, training and managing scientific teams Excellent leadership, organisational and decisionmaking skills
Desirable
RCPath Part I/II or HSST or working towards Leadership or management qualification Experience working within an HFEAlicensed fertility clinic STP Train the Trainer certification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name CARE Fertility
Address Care Fertility
67 The Avenue
Cliftonville
Northampton
NN1 5BT
Employer's website https://www.carefertility.com/ (Opens in a new tab)