Human service technician job description

Job DescriptionThe Human Milk Specialist (HMS) performs procedures under the supervision of the Nursing Director, dietician and staff nurses. HMS provides support to the milk room in the form of identification, preparation, storage and dispensing of breast milk for enteral feedings. The HMS organizes supplies necessary to complete tasks in the milk room. Although supervised, the HMS proceeds alone on routine tasks asking for clarification when needed.
Provides Support to the Milk Room and Nurseries in the NICU:

Follows verification and labeling procedure of expressed breast milk (EBM) or formula, and Logs and stores EBM or formula per protocol Reviews and verifies patient's nutrition orders for accuracy and changes with Dietician and /or bedside nurse. The HMS participates in planning, development and evaluation of educational materials, for mixing and storage of EBM. The HMS accurately measures and labels additives for the EBM or formula. Delivers measured additives and EBM or formula verifying accuracy with the bedside nurse. Keeps Current Procedure manual for EBM mixing Prepares EBM and delivers to other areas within MGH
Prepares and checks equipment/supplies and utilized resources and materials in a safe and efficient manner:

Follows infection control guidelines for sanitizing equipment and cleaning the preparation room. Checks equipment and clean equipment, washes counters, carts, measuring utensils. Ensure equipment and work area is sanitized and maintained. Inventories food and non-food supplies. Completes and prints computerized requisition. Checks to be sure all items have been received. Stores items received. Rotates stock to use oldest items first. Discards outdated products found in refrigerator /freezer.
Reports any irregularity to Resource Nurse immediately:

Per department protocol, organizes and updates MILK Lab inventory which includes the following: checks supply expiration dates, reports supply issues to Nursing Director.
Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team:

Independently organizes work flow. Sets priorities based on unit specific needs. Treats, records, personal items and correspondence following patient privacy policy. Orients and trains new employees. Performs other duties as needed.

-Prefer nutrition degree

Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in nutrition/dietary required. Experience working in a hospital environment preferred.

EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Partner's Healthcare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

*Project Turnabout is currently seeking full-time TMA's to work on our Medical Services Unit. This is a fast-paced position with around the clock services. Current openings include: *

*Full-Time Day Shift*

*Full-Time Overnight Shift*

*Full-Time Mid Shift *

* Administers medications to patients, ensuring confidentiality and safety while maintaining the privacy of the med room-requesting the name tag to be presented for the administration of meds.

* Maintains sterility by washing hands frequently and changing vinyl gloves as needed for infection control
* Assists in maintaining an orderly and organized med room.
* Administers medications on schedule in a timely manner, seeks input and assistance from nurses as needed
* Reports any medication errors, patient injuries and concerns to nurses, medication requests and MAR changes, seeking consultation as needed.
* Records non-emergency patient concerns in the nursing log when the nursing staff is unavailable.
* Documents concerns of patient behaviors.
* Documents blood sugars, and blood pressures in MAR and informs nursing of any concerns.

*Physical Requirements;*

*1. *Must be able to lift 35 pounds occasionally.

*2. *Must be able to see and hear well enough to operate motor vehicles safely with or without corrections.

*3. *Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, kneel, and squat for the purposes of cleaning patient rooms and washing bedding, this may constitute about 10% of job duties.

*4. *Must be able to tolerate chemical odors from cleaning supplies in the process of cleaning rooms.

*5. *Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for periods of time

*6. *Must be able to stay awake on the overnight shift while patients sleep.

*Position Qualifications: *
* Must be at least 18 years old;
* Must be a high school graduate or equivalent;
* Must meet Minnesota Department of Human Services criminal background study approval;
* Must have training or experience in CPR/First Aid,
* Have an excellent driving record with skill in driving car and extended vans (trucks), must be able to drive in large cities, distances and rural areas,

* Applicants must have at least one year freedom from chemical/gambling use problems.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid sick time
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 12 hour shift
* Rotating weekends

License/Certification:
* TMA Certificate (Preferred)

Shift availability:
* Day Shift (Preferred)
* Night Shift (Preferred)
* Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location