Human Milk Specialist

About the role

Provides essential support in preparing, storing, and dispensing human milk for enteral feedings. Ensures the accurate and safe handling of expressed and donor milk, following hospital policies and regulatory guidelines. Maintains the organization of milk room supplies and performs procedures under the supervision of the leader and nurses. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to meet the unique nutritional needs of patients.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, prepare, and label expressed breast milk and donor milk for patients, adhering to physician orders and strict hospital guidelines.
• Accurately measure, mix, and fortify human milk with prescribed additives (e.g., high-caloric or protein-enriched supplements) to meet the individualized nutritional requirements of each patient.
• Utilize advanced math and critical thinking skills to calculate and prepare precise feeding volumes and nutrient concentrations.
• Act as the safety officer for human milk by ensuring proper storage, handling, labeling, and tracking to prevent contamination, errors, and waste.
• Follow strict aseptic techniques and infection control protocols while preparing and dispensing human milk.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, lactation consultants, and dietitians to ensure customized milk preparations meet patient-specific nutritional goals.
• Train new care team members on the science of human milk, fortification processes, and proper preparation techniques.
• Aid in educating clinical staff and families on breast milk safety, handling, and storage guidelines to support optimal infant nutrition.

Requirements

• Experience in nutrition, pediatrics, or pharmacy 1-2 years required.
• Experience working in a hospital environment 1-2 years preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree in Nutrition preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition preferred.

Skills

• Independent organizational skills.
• Ability to set priorities based on unit-specific needs.
• Treatment, recording, and personal item management adherence to patient privacy policies.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Understanding and performance of basic weight measurements.

Additional Job Details

• Physical Requirements: Standing Frequently (34-66%), Walking Frequently (34-66%), Sitting Occasionally (3-33%), Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+, Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs, Pushing Occasionally (3-33%), Pulling Occasionally (3-33%), Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%), Balancing Frequently (34-66%), Stooping Occasionally (3-33%), Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%), Crouching Occasionally (3-33%), Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%), Reaching Frequently (34-66%), Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%), Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%), Feeling Constantly (67-100%), Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%), Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%), Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%), Talking Constantly (67-100%), Hearing Constantly (67-100%), Remote Type Onsite Work Location 273 Charles Street, Scheduled Weekly Hours 40, Employee Type Regular, Work Shift Day (United States of America), Pay Range $18.58 - $26.58/Hourly, Grade 3.

Pay & Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we offer competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.