Clinical Nutrition Lab Technican

Clinical Nutrition Lab Technican Dayton Children's Hospital - 3.9 Dayton, OH Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Facility:

Dayton Children's -

Main Campus Department:

Clinical Nutrition Lab Schedule:

Full time

Hours:

40

Job Details:

The Clinical Nutrition Laboratory Technician is responsible for the preparation, distribution, inventory and management of enteral nutrition (human milk, formulas, and additives).

Critical functions include:

Use of the bar code scanning software to manage receipt, storage, preparation, labeling, and delivery of human milk. Keep work surfaces and equipment clean before, during, and after each feeding preparation of feeding. Calculate and write recipes for each feeding, utilizing resources in the nutrition lab or consulting the dietitian as needed. Prepare feedings, following all safe practices and according to precise calculations in each recipe Store prepared feedings in appropriate temperature-controlled environments before, during, and at delivery. Take responsibility for discarding expired feedings located in the patient care areas according to protocol. Communicate with appropriate personnel (nursing, parent, dietitian, and/or medical provider) any questions or concerns about feedings or recipes. Collect and ship donated human milk. Think critically while adhering to policies and processes. Communicate with a focus on a positive outcome, particularly during problem solving. Maintain customer service and remain sensitive to the stress parents experience during their child's hospitalization. Includes providing positive support and encouragement to breastfeeding moms. Work seamlessly with the department personnel, particularly in the small space of the nutrition lab and while managing multiple critical but small tasks. Includes both slow and hectic times. 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week; every other weekend and every other holiday. Required Qualifications Education High School diploma Preferred Qualifications Associates degree Preferred 2 years' experience in nutrition/medical education OR 2 years' work experience in applicable area (dietetics, human milk technician, clinical laboratory, biosciences, pharmacy lab, patient care or medical assistant). NDTR Certification preferred.

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