NICU Milk Lab Technician - PRN

Wellstar Health System; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Milk Lab Technician - Kennestone - PRN to manage expressed human milk, donor milk, and formulas for neonates and pediatric patients. The role emphasizes infection control, precise calculations, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include preparing milk/blends, labeling, inventory, storage, and ensuring proper temperatures and safety standards (HACCP). Requires HS Diploma or GED, Associate's Degree, and ServSafe certification within 30 days;

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required and an Associate's Degree preferred.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of 1 year NICU or Pediatric Unit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares expressed human milk (EHM), donor human milk (DHM), and formula feedings using established procedures.
• Uses aseptic technique and adheres to all sanitation regulations and standards established by the hospital, including HACCP and patient safety policies.
• Uses barcode scanning technology to manage, track, and inventory human milk.
• Oversees proper receiving and labeling of EHM, DHM, and formula according to procedure for safe and efficient distribution.
• Provides proper storage of EHM, DHM, prepared formulas, and other products; monitors storage temperatures and expiration dates/times.
• Removes and disposes of items as needed, following established procedure.
• Monitors nutrition lab supply inventory and places product orders as necessary.
• Works closely with clinical nutrition leadership, staff nurses, nursing, dietitians, providers and patient caregivers.
• Participates in department education and in-services to maintain competence.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Barcode scanning technology

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Milk Lab Technician - Kennestone - PRN to manage expressed human milk, donor milk, and formulas for neonates and pediatric patients. The role emphasizes infection control, precise calculations, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include preparing milk/blends, labeling, inventory, storage, and ensuring proper temperatures and safety standards (HACCP). Requires HS Diploma or GED, Associate's Degree, and ServSafe certification within 30 days;