About this Human Milk Specialist role at Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary: 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.Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
-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.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Nutrition preferred and Bachelor's Degree Nutrition preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience: Experience in nutrition, pediatrics, or pharmacy 1-2 years required and Experience working in a hospital environment 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.