Human Milk Technician Mercy NICU
St. Louis, MO - USA
Job Summary
Full Time (8-Hour Shifts)
6:00 AM 2:00 PM
9:00 AM 5:30 PM
Mercy St. Louis NICU Support Role
Perfect opportunity for Future NICU RNs and Student Nurses!
Are you passionate about supporting our littlest patients and their families Looking to gain handson experience in a clinical environment while working closely with an amazing care team Join us at Mercy St. Louis as a Milk Technician in our renowned NICU!
As a vital member of the NICU team the Milk Technician plays a key role in ensuring every baby receives safely prepared and accurately labeled feedings. Youll support nurses providers dietitians and families while helping maintain the highest standards of safety compassion and care.
This position is an excellent steppingstone for individuals pursuing a nursing careerespecially in neonatal care.
In this role you will:
- Prepare label store and deliver all infant feedings including:
- Mothers own milk
- Pasteurized Donor Human Milk (PDHM)
- Readytofeed formula
- Maintain safe and accurate milk handling processes
- Support the healthcare team with breastmilk distribution and inventory
- Collaborate with physicians nurses pharmacists dietitians and patient families
- Demonstrate Mercys Mission Values and Service Standards in every interaction
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current BLS
- Comfort using computers
Preferred:
- 12 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting
- Previous experience as a milk technician or pharmacy technician
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fastpaced environment
- Student nurses seeking hands-on clinical exposure
- Future NICU or pediatric RNs
- Individuals passionate about infant care and family-centered service
- Organized detailoriented team players who enjoy supporting clinical teams
At Mercy youll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to compassionate care. Your work will directly support our tiniest patients and the families who love them.
Please note: this is NOT a seasonal role. You must be able to work the above schedule throughout the remainder of the year.
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.