What are the responsibilities and job description for the Formula Room Human MilkTech PD position at MemorialCare?
Title: Formula Room Human Milk Tech PD
Location: Long Beach
Department: Pediatric Nutrition
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Nights
Pay Range*: $21.45/hr
At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.
Position Summary
The Formula and Human Milk Technician is responsible for the safe receipt, storage, preparation and delivery of human milk and specialized enteral formulas as ordered in the electronic medical record (EMR). The Formula and Human Milk Technician adheres to preparation techniques in accordance with all sanitation regulations and standards established by regulating agencies and the medical center, including all policies and procedures. The Technician will regularly interact with the Supervisor, Clinical Nutrition Programs, Director of Clinical Nutrition, Registered Dietitians, and Registered Nurses. They may also interact with pharmacists, physicians, unit secretaries, and parents/caregivers.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities Of The Job
Location: Long Beach
Department: Pediatric Nutrition
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Nights
Pay Range*: $21.45/hr
At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.
Position Summary
The Formula and Human Milk Technician is responsible for the safe receipt, storage, preparation and delivery of human milk and specialized enteral formulas as ordered in the electronic medical record (EMR). The Formula and Human Milk Technician adheres to preparation techniques in accordance with all sanitation regulations and standards established by regulating agencies and the medical center, including all policies and procedures. The Technician will regularly interact with the Supervisor, Clinical Nutrition Programs, Director of Clinical Nutrition, Registered Dietitians, and Registered Nurses. They may also interact with pharmacists, physicians, unit secretaries, and parents/caregivers.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities Of The Job
- Safely and accurately prepares and delivers human milk and enteral formulas: verifies and reconciles orders using computer systems, ensures proper product labeling, utilizes standardized recipes, accurately measures powders and liquids, adheres to quality control standards and procedures.
- Inventories and maintains sufficient stock. Receives, inspects and tracks human milk and enteral formulas.
- Prepares and maintains multiple logs.
- Maintains sanitation in the preparation area including: follows aseptic technique, follows department and infection control policies, maintains daily appearance and personal hygiene.
- Utilizes the chain of command to communicate problems with orders, storage, equipment, or product administration. Contacts the Registered Dietitian or ordering clinician when a standardized recipe is not available.
- Participates in the training of newly hired Technicians. Precepts students as assigned.
- Participates in Performance Improvement and LEAN projects including data collection.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
- Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
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