Infant Feeding Prep Tech

Calculates prepares and delivers human milk and infant formula based upon the providers order for all infants in the Special Care Nursery. Performs inventory completes temperature/sanitation records and schedules operates feeding preparation equipment maintains proper sanitation policy and procedures in Infant Feeding Prep (IFP) area and performs quality improvement activities.

1. Maintains sanitation policy and procedures in preparation and storage areas within IFP.
2. Unpacks receives labels and stores human milk donor milk prolacta and formula in designated areas using first in first-out (FIFO) method.
3. Prepares feedings using aseptic technique.
4. Prepares labels and delivers feedings per providers order.
5. Performs appropriate recordkeeping of daily preparation logs.
6. Assures quality of feeding preparations by maintaining cleanliness of work areas which includes but is not limited to refrigerators freezers bead baths counter tops floors mixing utensils scales and trashcans.
7. Utilizes milk tracking/scanning software to perform daily functions in the system: patient identification labeling of feedings receive expressed breastmilk donor milk and prolacta discharging patients and products out of the system and inventory control.
8. Maintains competency in the use of the EMR.
9. Assists in training new employees as needed.
10. Communicates with IFP Coordinator IFP Supervisor SCN staff regarding problem with feeding orders human milk/formula storage or administration.
11. Maintains on-going inventory of supplies in the Lactation Offices/Storage.
12. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions unsafe conditions or employee/patient/visitor injuryaccident to IFP Coordinator or Supervisor.
13. Performs additional duties as assigned.

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED

1. One (1) year of experience as an Infant Feeding Prep Tech.
2. Completion of Ohio State University: Infant Feeding Technician Certification Course within 2 years of hire date.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of basic computer skills.
4. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in sterilization and aseptic techniques.Knowledge of medical terminology.