Formula Technician

About the role

We are searching for a Formula Technician to manage patient formula orders and research protocols, as well as communicate in a manner developmentally appropriate for the ages of patients served.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weighs, measures, and prepares formulas per physician’s orders using aseptic technique.
• Calculates formula recipes per physician order.
• Escalates concerns about medical order errors appropriately.
• Ensures timely delivery of modified or special formula/modular orders to patient care areas.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures through maintaining proper uniform in compliance with policy.
• Performs hand hygiene and aseptic technique; ensures proper temperature control of products throughout transportation, mixing, and delivery processes.
• Maintains environmental cleanliness of office space, preparation room, and product storage daily.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree in a Health Related Field preferred.
• 6 months of Healthcare work experience preferred.

About Us

Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus is Houston’s first community hospital designed, built and equipped exclusively for children in one of the city’s most rapidly growing communities. Located at I-10 and Barker Cypress, our hospital houses the only 24/7 pediatric emergency room in the Greater West Houston area, and offers a range of services and facilities.