Unit Coordinator/ Infant Feeding Technician- NICU (Part-Time, Day Shift)
Schedule: Part-time, 24 hours per week
Shifts: 12-hour Day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Location: Good Samaritan Hospital- 375 Dixmyth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Unit Coordinator/ Infant Feeding Technician to support our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This role is responsible for the safe preparation, handling, storage, and delivery of infant feedings, including human milk, complex formulas, and ready-to-feed formulas. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and care for our most vulnerable patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver infant feedings according to physician orders and departmental policies
- Calculate and prepare standard and specialized feeding recipes accurately
- Safely store, label, and handle human milk in compliance with departmental and regulatory guidelines
- Maintain proper sanitation and cleanliness of the infant feeding/formula preparation room
- Operate and monitor feeding preparation equipment, including documenting refrigerator and freezer temperatures
- Maintain adequate inventory of ingredients and supplies used for infant feedings
- Communicate effectively with the medical team, nursing staff, and unit dietitian to ensure feeding orders are correct
- Report product, supply, or equipment issues to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner
- Participate in staff training related to infant feeding preparation, human milk handling, and new products or procedures
- Assist with performance improvement initiatives within the infant feeding room
- Perform unit coordinator duties as assigned
- Support unit operations by assisting with stocking, cleaning, laundry, unit clerk coverage, and other non-direct patient care tasks as needed
Job Requirements:
High School Degree
Able to read, write, and perform necessary mathematical tasks at a high school level or above
Experience Customer Service and Formula Preparation
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful work supporting critically ill newborns and their families
- Consistent day shift schedule with part-time hours
- Collaborative, mission-driven healthcare team
- Opportunity to build specialized NICU and infant nutrition experience
Benefits Snapshot
TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources.
Learn more: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits
Working Conditions:
Climbing- Rarely
Concentrating- Frequently
Continuous Learning- Frequently
Hearing: Conversation- Consistently
Interpersonal Communication- Frequently
Kneeling- Rarely
Lifting
Lifting 50+ Lbs- Rarely
Lifting 11-50 Lbs- Occasionally
Pulling- Rarely
Pushing- Occasionally
Reaching- Frequently
Reading- Consistently
Sitting- Frequently
Standing- Frequently
Stooping- Occasionally
Thinking/Reasoning- Consistently
Use of Hands- Frequently
Color Vision- Consistently
Walking- Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve: ALWAYS…
- Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
- Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
- Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS…
- Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
- Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
- Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS…
- Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
- Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
- Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS…
- Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
- Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
- Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS…
- Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
- Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community