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Formula & Milk Technician I New! Nutrition Lab | Full-Time | Phoenix Posting Not

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc., Phoenix, AZ, United States


Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun (Days Vary), Days, Evenings, 8am-5pm

Category: Patient Care Services (Tech & Asst)

Posting #: 1016014

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary
Posting Note:

The Formula & Milk Technician position is currently being offered as a full-time role, to support the nutrition lab operations. The nutrition lab is open 7 days a week; however all shifts cover the day; there are no night shifts! Must be flexible to start at varied times and rotate working weekends and holidays.

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

Position Duties

Handle human milk and formula using aseptic techniques, adhering to all sanitary regulations and standards established by the hospital, including HACCP and patient safety policies.

Deliver and pick up to individual rooms/units/floors within the hospital.

Verify feeding orders with registered dietitians or other designated medical staff to ensure accuracy.

Communicate with lactation consultants, nurses, other medical team members and parents to ensure milk or formula is accurately utilized, prepared and stored.

Monitor 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.

Participate 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.

Treat 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.

Perform miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Position Qualifications
Education

High school diploma (Required)

Degree or coursework in nutrition or further education in clinical/medical field (Preferred)

Experience

At least 6 months of previous experience in food preparation or clinical patient care (Preferred)

One or two years of equivalent customer service related experience (Preferred)

Special Skills

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)

Additional Requirements

Food Handler’s Certificate administered by an ANSI-Accredited provider (ServSafe certificate preferred) (Required)

ServSafe certificate (Preferred)

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

1.

Climbing - Occasionally

2.

Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Constantly

3.

Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly

4.

Hearing - Constantly

5.

Pushing/pulling - Occasionally

6.

Reaching - Frequently

7.

Sitting - Occasionally

8.

Standing - Constantly

9.

Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally

10.

Talking - Constantly

11.

Tasting/smelling - Frequently

12.

Walking - Constantly

13.

Near Vision - Frequently

14.

Far Vision - Frequently

15.

Color Discrimination - Occasionally

16.

Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently

17.

Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally

18.

Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally

19.

Inside office environment - Applicable

20.

Extreme temperatures - Applicable

21.

Confined areas - Applicable

22.

Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable

23.

Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable

24.

Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable

25.

Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable

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