Milk and Formula Room Technician

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Milk and Formula Room Technician is responsible for the routine storage, preparation, and delivery of mother's breast milk and formula, additives, prescribed foods and thickeners following the guidelines set forth from

Accurately receive, identify, store, verify, prepare and deliver all human milk feedings as ordered by the providers caring for hospitalized infants.
• Process, store, prepare and deliver all formula feedings and other products as ordered by the providers caring for hospitalized patients.
• Maintain a sanitary, well-supplied environment in the milk and formula preparation area, following the procedures of the hospital and the Milk and Formula Room.
• Supply mothers with needed breast pumping supplies.
• Communicate with co-workers, parents, and other staff on proper preparation, storage, transport of formula and other prepared products.

• HS diploma or equivalent Trained in infection Control Practices. Must have mathematical competency. and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training or
• Associate's Degree preferred

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $18.54/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.