Milk Lab Technician - Kennestone

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Job Summary:

Milk Lab Technician - Kennestone

Responsible for the specialized tasks of preparation, inventory, distribution, and management of Expressed Human Milk, (EHM), Donor Human Milk (DHM), and facility-prepared formulas for all neo-natal and pediatric patients within Kennestone Hospital. Demonstrates competencies relative to infection control principles; appropriate technical calculations (weights and measures conversions including metrics); knowledge of common medical abbreviations and terminologies; and knowledge of available formula products and human milk additives. Effectively communicates with members of the healthcare team. Responsible for performing regular job duties and other duties as assigned in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Wellstar Health System.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Prepares expressed human milk (EHM), donor human milk (DHM), and formula feedings using established procedures.
• Uses aseptic technique and adheres to all sanitation regulations and standards established by the hospital, including HACCP and patient safety policies.
• Uses barcode scanning technology in conjunction with safety policies/procedures to manage, track, and inventory human milk.
• Oversees proper receiving and labeling of EHM, DHM, and formula according to procedure for safe and efficient distribution.
• Provides proper storage of EHM, DHM, prepared formulas, and other products. Monitors proper storage temperatures and expiration dates/times. Removes and disposes of items as needed, following established procedure.
• Monitors nutrition lab supply inventory and places product orders as necessary.
• Works closely with clinical nutrition leadership, staff nurses, nursing, dietitians, providers and patient caregivers.
• Participates in department education and in-services to maintain competence.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Education:

HS Diploma or GED required. Associate's Degree required.

Required Minimum Certification:

SRVSF-FH - ServSafe Food Handler certification required within 30 Days of hire.

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of related NICU or Pediatric Unit experience in hospital / clinical setting highly preferred.

Required Minimum Skills:

Basic computer skills required. Excellent customer service and communication skills required.  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

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