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Fertility Counselor at St. Ives Specialist Hospital

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience
  • Location Lagos
  • Job Field Medical / Healthcare&nbsp

Fertility Counselor at St. Ives Specialist Hospital

Fertility Counselor

Job Summary

  • We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Fertility Counselor to provide emotional and psychological support to individuals and couples undergoing fertility treatments.
  • The ideal candidate will have expertise in reproductive health, mental health counseling, and guiding patients through the challenges associated with infertility and assisted reproductive technologies (ART).

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and couples counseling to those experiencing fertility-related stress and emotional distress.
  • Offer support in decision-making related to fertility treatments, including IVF, egg/sperm donation, surrogacy, and adoption.
  • Conduct psychological assessments for patients undergoing third-party reproduction (e.g., egg/sperm donors and surrogates).
  • Educate patients on coping strategies, stress management, and emotional well-being throughout their fertility journey.
  • Work collaboratively with medical professionals, embryologists, and support staff to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
  • Facilitate support groups and educational workshops for individuals and couples facing fertility challenges.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with ethical and legal guidelines.
  • Stay updated on best practices, new treatments, and research in reproductive psychology and infertility counseling.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
  • Certification in fertility counselling (preferred) or experience working with patients undergoing fertility treatments.
  • Strong knowledge of reproductive medicine, ART, and the emotional impact of infertility.
  • Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and cultural competence.
  • Experience facilitating support groups and counselling sessions.
  • Proficiency in maintaining confidential patient documentation.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@stiveshealthcare.com using “FERTILITY COUNSELOR AKOWONJO” as the subject of the email.

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