Neonatal Human Milk Specialist

choa; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Nutrition Technician to manage human milk inventory and preparation for inpatients. The role emphasizes accurate calculations, sterile techniques, and safe handling of donor milk.

Responsibilities include using inventory software, adhering to HIPAA, coordinating with nurses and dietitians, and ensuring timely milk preparation and delivery across the unit.

Qualifications

• 1 year of healthcare/clinical setting experience (may substitute with nutrition or science education beyond the minimum education requirement).
• Must pass Human Milk Handling and Calculations Competency test within 60 days of hire with >90% accuracy.
• Strong math skills for measurements and recipe calculations.

Responsibilities

• Human Milk Inventory management using FIFO procedures.
• Safely prepare all human milk feedings with aseptic technique.
• Adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality in handling patient information.
• Communicate with bedside RN, lactation consultant, dietitian and caregivers to verify quantities and orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Numerical ability

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Nutrition Technician to manage human milk inventory and preparation for inpatients. The role emphasizes accurate calculations, sterile techniques, and safe handling of donor milk.

Responsibilities include using inventory software, adhering to HIPAA, coordinating with nurses and dietitians, and ensuring timely milk preparation and delivery across the unit.