UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences · 7 hours ago
Milk Lab Technician
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care. The Milk Lab Technician is responsible for the safe preparation of infant feedings, maintaining the aseptic environment of the Milk Lab, and managing the collection and storage of breast milk.
EducationHealth CareNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintenance of the Milk Lab and Feed Preparation: Primarily responsible for maintaining the lab so that breast milk and fortified formula feeds can be prepared in a safe environment. The technician is responsible for following the policies of the UAMS NICU Milk Lab in accordance with HMBANA Guidelines. The technician will assist in the training of new staff members. The technician performs duties to ensure the Milk Lab operates in the safest manner
Equipment and Supply Clerk: Assist with the daily operations of the milk lab by ensuring that equipment is in working order and that adequate supplies are available to complete necessary tasks. Keep the Milk Lab stocked with essential supplies. Maintain cleaning protocols per department policy. Keep breast milk refrigerators and freezers clean and organized. Communicate maintenance and supply concerns to Milk Lab Manager as needed
Ancillary Support: Make copies of paperwork as needed. Distribute copy of daily MOM Log to the Lactation Department and NICU dietitians. Ensure freezer door plans are correctly labeled with patient names. Ensure freezer drawers are labeled correctly with label of contents (patient label or donor milk lot number). Maintain current patient label book and ensure it is organized by correct room/bed assignment daily. Ensure pod refrigerator bins are labeled with correct patient and room number daily
Patient, Guest and Staff Relations: Communicate with patients, guests and staff in an appropriate manner. Answer questions in a helpful manner. Refer parents of patients to the lactation consultant or dietitian if necessary
Customer Service: Interact with and assist the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrate effective communication skills. Communicate accurate and complete information. Maintain strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrate positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments. Follow the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines. Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
1 year healthcare or food service related experience
Preferred
Human Milk Technician Certification
Proof of Veteran Status
Benefits
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Company
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
UAMS is the state’s only comprehensive academic health center, with colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions and Public Health; a graduate school; a hospital; a northwest Arkansas regional campus; a statewide network of regional centers; and seven institutes: the Winthrop P.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.65MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesNational Cancer Institute
2023-03-16Grant· $1M
2022-08-25Grant· $3.4M
2022-06-23Grant· $1.25M
Leadership Team
Amanda George
Vice Chancellor for Finance & Chief Financial Officer
Christina Clark
Chief Operating Officer
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