Clinical Embryologist – 15 Month Fixed Term Contract

Position Overview

Job Title: Clinical Embryologist (15-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Location: The Priory Hospital, Birmingham
Employment Type: Fixed Term | Full-Time (37.5 hours per week, flexible shift pattern)
Salary: Up to £50,400.00 per year (commensurate with experience, training, and qualifications)

About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialize in connecting exceptional scientific and healthcare professionals with premier independent medical providers. We are proud to partner with Circle Health Group—Britain’s leading independent healthcare provider—to recruit a skilled Clinical Embryologist for a 15-month fixed-term contract within the Fertility department at The Priory Hospital in Birmingham.

Key Responsibilities

Provide efficient and skilled embryology and andrology services across all aspects of infertility treatment, including IVF inseminations, ICSI, and embryo transfers.
Train and mentor junior embryologists, supporting their professional development in accordance with the HFEA code of conduct.
Maintain strict adherence to laboratory standard operating policies, procedures, and quality assurance frameworks.
Take full responsibility for managing cryopreserved materials, including storage, tracking, expiry, billing, and conducting annual audits.
Ensure precise documentation for all procedures, including sperm donor records, semen storage, and patient notes.
Deliver a patient-centred, caring approach while handling challenging situations with professionalism and empathy.

Candidate Requirements

Registration: HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist.
Education: Minimum BSc in Biological Science (theoretical and practical knowledge in Embryology and Semenology).
Experience: Minimum of two years of hands-on experience in human clinical embryology and andrology, backed by a proven track record of successful ICSI procedures and holding an Intracytoplasmic sperm injection licence.
Knowledge: Sound understanding of the HFEA Code of Practice, documentation rules, and quality control systems.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal abilities, strong resilience under pressure, and proven customer care skills when managing sensitive fertility situations.

Salary & Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Salary: Up to £50,400.00 per year.
Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 30 days with service.
Healthcare & Pension: Private Pension Scheme and Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre-existing medical conditions.
Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay, plus family and friends hospital discounts.
Wellbeing & Security: Non-contributory life insurance, staff wellbeing resources, and an engagement hub packed with exclusive rewards and discounts.
Professional Growth: Industry-leading training, development opportunities, and career advancement programs.