Melissa Phillips
Newtown,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Supervisor/ Sr. Embryologist
Delaware Valley Institute Of Fertility And Genetic
01.2023 - Current
- Oversees daily operations of IVF and andrology laboratory.
- Completion of all clinical IVF laboratory work including egg retrievals, transfers, conventional insemination, ICSI, biopsy/tubing, vitrification, thawing of oocytes and embryos.
- Improved clinic success rate to 70%
- Proficient in using electronic medical record system, eIVF and Artisan
- Coordinates PGT testing of patients' embryos with various companies
- Prepared employee schedules according to individual needs and skills, as well as coverage requirements.
- Responsible for daily QC records, statistics, inventory, purchase order and proficiency testing requirement
- Assisted with development and administration of laboratory budgets.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Maintains laboratory protocols and regulations with FDA, CAP, CLIA, AAB, SART and New Jersey department of Health.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to ensure seamless coordination of patient care during fertility treatments.
- Responsible for communicating with vendors for maintenance and repair, ordering of supplies and equipment.
Independent Contractor Embryologist
Self-employeed
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed all embryology related tasks such as oocyte retrievals, assisted hatching with laser, ICSI, vitrification and thawing of oocytes and embryos
- Adapted quickly to laboratory protocols and procedures
- Worked seamlessly with an established team to render aid where needed
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Sr Embryologist
South Jersey Fertility Center
12.2019 - 12.2023
- Performed all embryology related tasks such as oocyte retrievals, assisted hatching with laser, ICSI, vitrification and thawing of oocytes and embryos
- Andrology related duties such as sperm preparation for IVF procedures, Intrauterine insemination procedures, semen cryopreservation
- Operates Roche 411
- Performed repetitive research tests in clinical environments.
Senior Embryologist
Cooper Institute Of Reproductive Hormonal Disorders
09.2016 - 12.2019
- Performed all embryology related tasks such as oocyte retrievals, assisted hatching with laser, ICSI, vitrification and thawing of oocytes and embryos
- Andrology related duties such as sperm preparation for IVF procedures, Intrauterine insemination procedures, semen cryopreservation
- Responds to patient inquiries about semen analysis and or special needs
- Calling patients with transfer times and instructions
- Supervise embryo disposal with IVF patients
Embryologist
Main Line Fertility Center
01.2003 - 05.2008
- Performed all embryology related tasks such as oocyte retrievals, assisted hatching with laser, ICSI, vitrification and thawing of oocytes and embryos
- Andrology related duties such as sperm preparation for IVF procedures, Intrauterine insemination procedures, semen cryopreservation
- Responds to patient inquiries about semen analysis and or special needs
- Calling patients with transfer times and instructions
- Supervise embryo disposal with IVF patients
Molecular Genetics Clinical Lab Tech II
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
06.2001 - 01.2003
- DNA extraction
- PCR products purification and sequencing
- DNA probe preparation
- Gene Scan analysis
- Analysis of RNA chip
- Plasmid DNA minipreps
- Southern Blots
Phlebotomist
Plymouth Meeting Pediatrics
05.1998 - 06.2001
- Venipuncture on newborns to young adults
- Throat cultures
- Supervision of test protocols
- Reviewed Results with Physician
Education
Bachelor of Science of Biology -
Delaware Valley College
Doylestown, PA05.2000
Objective
To find a rewarding and challenging position that utilizes my expensive experience in the field of reproductive medicine.
Timeline
Laboratory Supervisor/ Sr. Embryologist
Delaware Valley Institute Of Fertility And Genetic
01.2023 - Current
Independent Contractor Embryologist
Self-employeed
12.2022 - 12.2023
Sr Embryologist
South Jersey Fertility Center
12.2019 - 12.2023
Senior Embryologist
Cooper Institute Of Reproductive Hormonal Disorders
09.2016 - 12.2019
Embryologist
Main Line Fertility Center
01.2003 - 05.2008
Molecular Genetics Clinical Lab Tech II
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
06.2001 - 01.2003
Phlebotomist
Plymouth Meeting Pediatrics
05.1998 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Science of Biology -
Delaware Valley College
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