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Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

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Job Summary

Performs a variety of tasks that relate to the preparation and delivery of human milk and infant/pediatric formulas and the transfer of written and electronic information concerning patient feeding orders. Techniques must adhere to all food safety/sanitation regulations and standards established by the hospital and regulatory agencies. The technician is responsible for safe and effective operation of equipment needed to prepare infant/pediatric feedings and maintain sanitation in the preparation room. Processes human milk/formula orders and maintains temperature records. Performs required quality assurance monitoring activities.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications:

• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma

• Minimum Experience:

• Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications:

• Preferred Educational Requirements:

• Preferred Experience: One year of job experience exercising problem-solving skills and demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good interpersonal skills

• Good communication and attention to detail skills

• Good organization skills

• Ability to follow verbal direction

• Advanced computer skills

• Ability to read, write, and perform necessary mathematical tasks at high school level or above

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately prepares and delivers human milk and enteral formulas; verifies and reconciles orders using computer systems; ensures proper product labeling; utilizes standardized recipes; accurately measures powders and liquids; adheres to quality control standards and procedures. Prepares milk required for a 24-hour period for each baby.

• Inventories and maintains sufficient stock and par levels. Receives, inspects, and tracks human milk and enteral formulas. Monitors expiration of products and formulas.

• Prepares and maintains multiple logs and monthly quality assurance report.

• Maintains sanitation in the preparation area including: follows aseptic technique, follows department and infection control policies, maintains daily appearance and personal hygiene.

• Utilizes the chain of command to communicate problems with orders, storage, equipment, or product administration. Contacts the Registered Dietitian or ordering clinician when a standardized recipe is not available.

• Delivers prepared and ready-to-feed formula to patient care area and removes previously prepared infant feedings.

• Uses appropriate clothes and gowning procedures in formula room.

• Make daily trips to the hospitals in Braselton and Gainesville.

• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Vision: Moderate, Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time

• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time

• Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving

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Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.