Human Milk Specialist

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Responsible for maintaining the organization of milk room supplies and performing procedures under the supervision of the leader and nurses. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to meet the unique nutritional needs of patients.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Experience in nutrition, pediatrics, or pharmacy 1-2 years required
Independently organizes workflow. Sets priorities based on unit-specific needs.
Treats, records, personal items, and correspondence following patient privacy policies.
Strong math and computer skills.
Understands and performs basic weight measurements.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Nutrition preferred
Bachelor's Degree Nutrition preferred
Experience working in a hospital environment 1-2 years preferred

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.
Assist in educating clinical staff and families on breast milk safety, handling, and storage guidelines to support optimal infant nutrition.