Andrologist

at  Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

This post will offer you comprehensive training and practical experience in a specialist Andrology laboratory setting, dealing with male fertility preservation and sperm donation as well as routine diagnostic testing and treatment preparation. Please note this post is not suitable for anyone wishing to pursue a career in Embryology or IVF , we are looking for someone who is passionate about a career in Andrology and has a genuine interest in Male Fertility and Sperm Donation.
The ideal candidate will already have gained at least 2 years’ experience at a Practitioner level within a fertility laboratory, undertaking all aspects of diagnostic and therapeutic Andrology. You may now be looking for the next step of your career by expanding your repertoire and working as an autonomous Healthcare Scientist within a specialist Andrology Laboratory. NUH Life can provide a supportive and progressive environment in which to expand your skillset and develop further. We offer an opportunity to work within a well-established regional cryobanking service for both patients and sperm donors, as well as taking part in varied commercial and research projects.
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This post will provide high level support to the Senior Andrologist and Service Lead in both clinical and academic areas of work.
This person would be expected to be an autonomous practitioner, undertaking all aspects of diagnostic testing, sperm preparation for assisted reproduction and sperm cryopreservation without direct supervision. Scientific and technical ability, risk awareness, and an understanding of both HFEA regulation and UKAS accreditation requirements are essential attributes for this post.
This is a patient facing laboratory service that requires compassion, empathy and excellent communication skills.
Exact hours of work are to be negotiated but please note we operate Mon-Saturday and some weekend/out of hours work will be required on a rotation basis. Part time hours could be considered for a suitable candidate, but a minimum of 30hrs a week will be required. Candidates must live or be planning to relocate within 45mins of the Queen’s Medical Centre in order to be able to fulfil on call duties.
NUH Life Fertility Service is a small but dedicated multidisciplinary team of Clinicians, Nurses, Healthcare Scientists and administration staff providing Fertility care to both men and women in the East Midlands region. Due to an internal promotion, we now have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced Andrologist to join our laboratory team, located in new and purpose built facilities.
As a team we are dedicated to patient centred care, and expect all of our staff, no matter their role, to uphold that ethos. To join our team you will need to have excellent patient facing skills, demonstrate empathy and sensitivity, and always strive to give those who access our services a positive experience.
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Participate in all laboratory activities subject to the direction of the head of laboratory, observing good laboratory practice at all times.
Diagnostic and Post Vasectomy Semen Analysis - Direct receipt of diagnostic semen samples from patients and ensuring sample acceptance criteria have been met. Performing semen analysis in line with World Health organisation guidelines and local Standard Operating Procedures
Intra-uterine insemination treatment service - Direct receipt of semen samples from patients for therapeutic processing, ensuring all required patient identification and witnessing steps are performed. Prepare sperm according to current standard procedures and in line with HFEA regulation
Sperm Storage - Providing limited information and taking consent from sperm storage patients under the supervision of the senior scientific staff. Cryopreservation of sperm for fertility patients, oncology patients, private patients and donors. Storage and maintenance of cryopreserved sperm.
Sperm Donation - Testing and evaluation of donor suitability and sperm quality prior to freezing under the direction of the Andrology Service Lead. Organisation of screening for prospective sperm donors and repeat screening throughout period of donation. Matching of donors to recipients, under direction of the Senior Andrologist
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