Human Milk/ Formula Tech

Spectrum Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand Pay (Payactiv)

Identity theft protection

Retirement options

Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids (Helen Devos Childrens Hospital) is seeking a part-time Human Milk/Formula Technician for NICU feedings, formula prep, and inventory management. You will interpret orders, document in EPIC, maintain aseptic techniques, and collaborate with dietitians and nursing staff.

Responsibilities include accurate feeding preparation, stock monitoring, allergen awareness, and delivering feedings to units.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent CRT-ServSafe Handler - NRA National Restaurant Association 30 Days Preferred
• Associate's Degree or equivalent College level courses in Nutrition, Health, or Science related field
• 1 year of relevant experience relevant area

Responsibilities

• Interprets physician and Registered Dietitian orders for feeding.
• Scans all human milk, donor milk and formula additives into EPIC to mix accurate feedings.
• Utilizes electronic medical record and other software programs.
• Cleans mixing tools and work area.
• Monitors stock of supplies and expiration dates.
• Prepares formula and breastmilk mixtures using aseptic techniques in a clean area.
• Considers allergens and prevents cross-contamination.
• Uses techniques and tools to precisely measure liquids and powders.
• Follows standard work to maintain patient safety.
• Delivers prepared feedings to nursing units.
• Collaborates/communicates with other Human Milk & Formula Techs, Lead Techs, Registered Dietitians, nursing staff, and patients' families.

Job description

Location

SITE - Helen Devos Childrens Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Schedule

Part time, 12/hr shift, 1 shift per week 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 12 hours of work 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Shift Day (United States of America)

Days Worked Variable Weekend Frequency Every third weekend

Job Summary

The Human Milk/Formula Technician position is responsible for the preparation, distribution, inventory, and management of Human Milk (HM), Donor Human Milk (DHM) and infant/pediatric formulas. Ensures safe feedings for patients in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Essential Functions

• Interprets physician and Registered Dietitian orders for feeding.
• Scans all human milk, donor milk and formula additives into EPIC to mix accurate feedings.
• Utilizes electronic medical record and other software programs.
• Cleans mixing tools and work area.
• Monitors stock of supplies and expiration dates.
• Prepares formula and breastmilk mixtures using aseptic techniques in a clean area.
• Considers allergens and prevents cross-contamination.
• Uses techniques and tools to precisely measure liquids and powders.
• Follows standard work to maintain patient safety.
• Delivers prepared feedings to nursing units.
• Collaborates/communicates with other Human Milk & Formula Techs, Lead Techs, Registered Dietitians, nursing staff, and patients' families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent CRT-ServSafe Handler - NRA National Restaurant Association 30 Days Preferred
• Associate's Degree or equivalent College level courses in Nutrition, Health, or Science related field
• 1 year of relevant experience relevant area

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Employment Details

Employment Type: Part time

Department Name: Nutrition Room HDVCH - Grand Rapids

Additional Information

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.