Dynamic leader and strategic thinker at Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine. Excelled in guiding teams, enhancing IVF techniques, and fostering critical problem-solving. Demonstrated exceptional communication and teamwork, significantly contributing to laboratory efficiency and training development. Renowned for advancing embryology practices and driving quality standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Supervisor and Lab Educator
Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine
Burnaby
11.2020 - Current
Capability to perform all tasks of a Senior Embryologist independently
Promotion of critical thinking in the Embryology laboratory and providing guidance and practical approaches on troubleshooting issues
Evaluation and monitoring of the trainee’s performance and collaboration with the Laboratory Director for the continuing development of the trainee’s competencies
Enhanced understanding of the function and maintenance of all equipment used and capability to perform enhanced troubleshooting
Leadership in the day-to-day operation of the Embryology Laboratory, including the preparation of solutions, maintenance of equipment (and monitoring), supplies inventory, supplies ordering, cryotank receiving and shipping, data entry, and preparation of laboratory reports
Leadership towards the other Embryologists in ensuring that all techniques and tests meet the prescribed quality control and quality assurance standards and procedures as described in the Procedures Manual
Assistant to the Laboratory Director in the collection and maintenance of the data for monitoring clinical outcomes and research projects
Demonstrating an enhanced ability to troubleshoot problems in the IVF Laboratory
Participation in any quality control assessments, tests and research projects under the direction and supervision of the Laboratory Director
Supervising the daily operation of the IVF Laboratories in the absence of the Laboratory Director - Good communication skills, including the ability to answer direct laboratory related questions from other staff members and the ability to describe and explain all laboratory procedures and outcomes to patients as required
Participation in the delivery of in-service educational programs
Senior Embryologist
Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine
Burnaby, BC
02.2018 - 11.2020
Ability to perform all tasks of a Senior Embryologist independently
Responsible for control and management of inventory and ordering of laboratory supplies
Senior Embryologist
Clinique Ovo
Montreal, QC
01.2011 - 10.2017
Ability to perform all tasks of a Senior Embryologist independently
Responsible for control and management of inventory and ordering of laboratory supplies
Providing hands-on training to embryologists at all levels
Embryologist Technician
L’alliance Boviteq inc
Saint-Hyacinthe, QC
01.2007 - 01.2010
Education
Associate of Science - Certifiate in Biotechnology
Laval University
Quebec
01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Laval University
01.2006
Skills
Leadership
Problem-solving
Strategic thinking
IVF techniques
Communication skills
Inventory management
Teamwork
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
2024 CFAS Award: Best Clinical Research Paper
2023 Donor Egg Bank LOVE Award: Superior Outcome in Egg Warming
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lab Supervisor and Lab Educator
Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine
11.2020 - Current
Senior Embryologist
Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine
02.2018 - 11.2020
Senior Embryologist
Clinique Ovo
01.2011 - 10.2017
Embryologist Technician
L’alliance Boviteq inc
01.2007 - 01.2010
Associate of Science - Certifiate in Biotechnology
Laval University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Laval University
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