What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Milk Technician: Mercy NICU position at Mercy?
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đ Milk TechnicianFull Time (8-Hour Shifts)
6:00 AM â 2:00 PM
9:00 AM â 5:30 PM
Mercy St. Louis â 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 handsâon 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!
Position Details:
đ Why This Role Matters
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. You'll support nurses, providers, dietitians, and families while helping maintain the highest standards of safety, compassion, and care.
This position is an excellent steppingâstone for individuals pursuing a nursing careerâespecially in neonatal care.
đź What Youâll Do
In this role, you will:
- Prepare, label, store, and deliver all infant feedings including:
- Motherâs own milk
- Pasteurized Donor Human Milk (PDHM)
- Readyâtoâfeed 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 Mercyâs Mission, Values, and Service Standards in every interaction
đ Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current BLS
- Comfort using computers
Preferred:
- 1â2 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 fastâpaced environment
â Who Thrives in This Role
- Student nurses seeking hands-on clinical exposure
- Future NICU or pediatric RNs
- Individuals passionate about infant care and family-centered service
- Organized, detailâoriented team players who enjoy supporting clinical teams
đ Join Us at Mercy
At Mercy, youâll 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.
Why Mercy?
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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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