Formula & Milk Technician ! Nutrition Lab | Part-Time | Phoenix Quick ! Nutrition Lab

Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Days, Evenings, 7am-8:30pm

Category:
Patient Care Svcs(Tech & Asst)

Posting #: 995706

Employee Type:
Part-Time

The Formula & Milk Technician position is currently being offered as a part‑time role, to work at minimum, 2 shifts per week (anywhere from 20-24 hr work weeks), including rotating weekends and holidays. There are no nights/overnight shifts for this position. All shifts offered will be during the day at varied start times.

Performs a variety of tasks that are responsible for the preparation, distribution, inventory and management of Human Milk (HM), Donor Milk (DM) and formula.

• Handle human milk and formula using aseptic techniques, which adhere to all sanitary regulations and standards established by the hospital, including HACCP and patient safety policies.
• Delivers and picks up to individual rooms/units/floors within the hospital.
• Verify feeding orders with registered dietitians or other designated medical staff to ensure accuracy.
• Communicates with lactation consultants, nurses, other medical team members and parents to ensure milk or formula is accurately utilized, prepared and stored.
• Monitors daily inventory which could include checking expiration dates, restocking units/floors, rotating stock and ordering additional supplies as needed, or notifying appropriate personnel when supplies are needed.
• Participates in a variety of in‑service programs, meetings and conferences.
• Ensure that all utensils, workstations and supplies have been successfully cleaned and sanitized.
• Works cooperatively with own and other departments to continuously improve the quality of services provided. Demonstrates excellent customer service and adapts to unanticipated requests.
• Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security. Maintains a working knowledge of technical terminologies and classifications as appropriate for the proper completion of job duties. Follow policies and procedures outlined for the hospital, department and Nutrition Lab.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Phoenix Children’s will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

• High school diploma – Required
• Degree or coursework in nutrition or further education in clinical/medical field – Preferred

• At least 6 months previous experience in food preparation or clinical patient care – Preferred
• One or two years of equivalent customer service related experience – Preferred

• Ability to read, understand and exhibit basic mathematical skills – Required
• Ability to understand and interpret basic medical terminologies – Required
• Ability to use computer software – Required
• Ability to read, comprehend and write English – Required
• Strong analytical, planning, organizational skills and time management ability – Required

• Food Handler’s Certificate administered by an ANSI-Accredited provider (Serv Safe certificate preferred) – Required
• Serv Safe certificate – Preferred

• Physical Requirement – Climbing (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) (Constantly)
• Physical Requirement – Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) (Constantly)
• Physical Requirement – Hearing (Constantly)
• Physical Requirement – Pushing/pulling (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Reaching (Frequently)
• Physical Requirement – Sitting (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Standing (Constantly)
• Physic…