Formula Technician II

HCA•Denver, CO

28d•$19 - $25

About The Position

This position supports the mission of Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center of optimizing the quality of life of all those served by expanding beyond the traditional focus of medical needs to the needs of the whole person. The Formula Tech's primary role is the preparation of human milk and the safe and sanitary production of infant formula to a level II-IV NICU and pediatric unit. The Tech is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of equipment within regulatory guidelines and sanitary maintenance of the preparation room. The Tech must interpret technical physician orders, ensure accurate dosing, maintain quality/safety, order supplies, and adhere to all policies/procedures. Key responsibilities include: prepares and delivers all infant feedings as ordered, inventories and maintains sufficient infant feeding room stock. This position maintains sanitation in preparation area, independently calculates new formulations or standardized recipes manually and obtain verification of those formulations with the registered dietitian, as needed per protocol, checks equipment for proper operation and reports problems to the appropriate supervisor, assists in training other employees in infant feeding preparation and proper handling techniques, as needed, communicates with registered dietitian, nurse, or unit manager regarding problems with feeding orders, formula storage, or administration, performs additional duties as assigned which include: label and wash freezer/refrigerator bins, participate in process improvement projects, etc, works independently to complete job duties in a fast paced environment. Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center and Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children expects our iCARE behavioral standards to be reflected in the way every employee interacts with co-workers, providers, patients & family members, and with others in the community. Integrity - We are honest and do what we say Compassion - We are sympathetic to the needs of others Accountability - We take ownership for how our actions and behaviors impact outcomes Respect - We value others and embrace differences Excellence - We take personal pride in exceeding expectations

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED equivalent
Applicable work experience may substitute for education
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English
Up to date spreadsheet, word processing, and email knowledge
Ability to complete data entry

Nice To Haves

6 months related experience in formula room tech or infant pediatric formula preparation or combination experience preferred
ability to interpret technical procedures and execute aseptic techniques
excellent verbal and written communication skills
ability to organize and prioritize in a fast- paced setting
mathematical proficiency required (includes adding subtracting, multiplying and calculating percentages)
excellent customer service skills and ability to work as a part of a healthcare team

Responsibilities

prepares and delivers all infant feedings as ordered
inventories and maintains sufficient infant feeding room stock
maintains sanitation in preparation area
independently calculates new formulations or standardized recipes manually and obtain verification of those formulations with the registered dietitian, as needed per protocol
checks equipment for proper operation and reports problems to the appropriate supervisor
assists in training other employees in infant feeding preparation and proper handling techniques, as needed
communicates with registered dietitian, nurse, or unit manager regarding problems with feeding orders, formula storage, or administration
performs additional duties as assigned which include: label and wash freezer/refrigerator bins, participate in process improvement projects, etc
works independently to complete job duties in a fast paced environment

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.