Neonatal Milk Lab Technician — Evening Shift

OU Medical Center; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plan

Dental plan

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a Milk Lab Technician for the Neonatal ICU to handle, store, mix and dispense human milk, fortifiers, and formulas for neonatal and pediatric patients. You will maintain the milk storage environment and track all supplies, collaborating with nursing staff, lactation consultants and physicians to ensure safety and accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, minimal experience, and a commitment to aseptic technique, patient safety, and teamwork

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to follow aseptic techniques.
• Strong communication with multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Educate staff on proper handling, storage, and preparation of human milk and formulas.
• Prepare infant and pediatric feedings using aseptic technique.
• Review and verify diet orders for accuracy and compliance with patient requirements.
• Order, stock, and maintain supplies to meet patient and lab needs.
• Monitor refrigeration equipment and ensure proper disposal of expired products.
• Label all containers with patient identifiers, bar codes, date/time, prescribed feeding, and expiration.
• Mix human milk with fortifiers and formulas exactly as directed by prescribing clinicians.
• Maintain a clean lab environment, including hand hygiene and equipment sanitation.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

OU Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a Milk Lab Technician for the Neonatal ICU to handle, store, mix and dispense human milk, fortifiers, and formulas for neonatal and pediatric patients. You will maintain the milk storage environment and track all supplies, collaborating with nursing staff, lactation consultants and physicians to ensure safety and accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, minimal experience, and a commitment to aseptic technique, patient safety, and teamwork