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Milk Lab Technician - NICU (Shift: 10:30AM - 8 PM)

OU Medicine, Inc.

Oklahoma City, OK

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Asepsis, Bar Code Software, Best Practices, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory, Leadership, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Neonatology, Nursing, Nutrition, Patient Safety, Pediatrics, Policy Development, Refrigeration, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Staff Training
LOCATION
Oklahoma City, OK
POSTED
5 days ago
Position Title:Milk Lab Technician - NICU (Shift: 10:30AM - 8 PM)Department:Neonatal ICUJob Description:General SummaryResponsible for the handling, storage, mixing and dispensing of human milk, human milk fortifiers, and formula feedings for neonatal and pediatric patients. This includes maintaining the milk storage environment, ensuring an accurate account of all human milk received and dispensed, and managing all milk storage supplies. Involves close collaboration with nursing leadership, staff nurses, lactation consultants, prescribing physicians, and mothers of patients. Essential ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.Educate staff on proper handling, storage, and preparation of human milk and formulas.Prepare infant and pediatric feedings using aseptic technique in accordance with established policies.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.Store human milk, milk products, and formulas under correct cleanliness, temperature, and time guidelines.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, equipment sanitation, and container cleanliness.Restrict lab access to authorized personnel to ensure safety and security.Ensure safe distribution of milk through accurate barcoding and labeling systems.Follow all safety policies, use appropriate protective equipment, and report unsafe conditions promptly.Report all unsafe conditions to supervisors immediately, and consult them when procedures or safety concerns are unclear. General ResponsibilitiesPerforms other duties as assigned. Education RequirementsHS Diploma or GED required. Experience RequirementsNo experience required.Experience in a clinical/medical environment preferred. License/Certification/Registration RequirementsNo certification required. Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and follow aseptic techniques in the safe handling, preparation, and dispensing of human milk, fortifiers, and formulas. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively resolve concerns and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.Understanding of current research and best practices in human milk storage, handling, mixing, and distribution. Commitment to implementing and maintaining practices that ensure the highest level of patient safety in neonatal and pediatric nutrition.Ability to establish and sustain a clean, safe, and optimal environment for milk preparation and feeding.Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

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