FORMULA MILK ROOM NUTRITION TECH

Compass Group USA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare in Charleston, SC is seeking a Nutrition Technician for Formula and Human Milk to support the operation of Food & Nutrition Services. You will prepare, label, store, and deliver formulas and human milk in the Nutrition Room for infants and pediatric patients, working in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Ideal candidates have healthcare experience, knowledge of preparing feeds, and strong communication and computer skills; associate/bachelor degrees or NDTR/RDN are

Qualifications

• Associate degree in applied science with 6 to 12 months of healthcare experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in applied science field OR
• Students pursuing bachelor's degree in applied science with 2+ years of education completed OR
• Nutrition and Dietetic Technician, Registered (NDTR) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration OR
• Pharmacy Tech certification with the Pharmacy Tech Certification board
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient computer skills required to be successful

Responsibilities

• Prepares feedings accurately according to established written formulations following pre-established feeding preparation procedures and adhering to quality control standards and aseptic technique
• Uses correct and accurate technique to measure powders and liquids
• Verifies new or questionable feeding orders with the care team for accuracy and obtains standardized recipes as needed
• Uses clinical information system to obtain patient feeding orders and to print labels and production lists
• Maintains competence in computer/printer systems
• Stores prepared feedings properly until delivery to units
• Delivers prepared feedings properly to unit refrigerators
• Cleans and sanitizes work surfaces in the Nutrition Room before and after each feeding preparation. Cleans utensils, equipment, and storage areas used in the Nutrition Room
• Calculates new formulations or standardized recipes manually or with software
• Completes inventory management of formula and human milk

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

Associate degree in applied science

Bachelor's degree in applied science

Nutrition and Dietetic Technician, Registered (NDTR) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Pharmacy Tech certification

Job description

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Position Title:FORMULA MILK ROOM NUTRITION TECH: Charleston, SC.

Morrison Healthcare,a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Job Summary

As a Nutrition Technician for Formula and Human Milk, you will assist in the successful operation of Food & Nutrition Services. You will be responsible for the preparation, labeling, storage, and delivery of all formulas and human milk in the Nutrition Room for infants, and pediatric patient populations. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic individual who thrives in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares feedings accurately according to established written formulations following pre-established feeding preparation procedures and adhering to quality control standards and aseptic technique
• Uses correct and accurate technique to measure powders and liquids
• Verifies new or questionable feeding orders with the care team for accuracy and obtains standardized recipes as needed
• Uses clinical information system to obtain patient feeding orders and to print labels and production lists
• Maintains competence in computer/printer systems
• Stores prepared feedings properly until delivery to units
• Delivers prepared feedings properly to unit refrigerators
• Cleans and sanitizes work surfaces in the Nutrition Room before and after each feeding preparation. Cleans utensils, equipment, and storage areas used in the Nutrition Room
• Calculates new formulations or standardized recipes manually or with software
• Completes inventory management of formula and human milk

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in applied science with 6 to 12 months of healthcare experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in applied science field OR
• Students pursuing bachelor's degree in applied science with 2+ years of education completed OR
• Nutrition and Dietetic Technician, Registered (NDTR) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration OR
• Pharmacy Tech certification with the Pharmacy Tech Certification board
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient computer skills required to be successful

Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions in Washington State, Maryland, or performed Remotely.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.