About this role
ST Health Children’s Hospital is currently seeking a Full-Time NICU Infant Feeding Preparation Technician. This position is responsible for a variety of tasks that relate to the preparation of human milk and infant formulas for the medically fragile infant.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Verifies physician’s orders for patient feedings, and reports any discrepancies to the patient’s nurse, charge nurse, or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
- Prepares and portions patient feedings accurately per recipe or RDN instruction.
- Uses correct technique to measure solids and liquids.
- Properly labels all prepared feedings.
- Communicates with supervisor and RDNs concerning problems regarding feeding orders, human milk/formula storage and administration.
- Maintains adequate inventory of feeding preparation room supplies.
- Unpacks, labels, and stores fortifiers, formula, and supplies in their designated storage area; rotates supplies using first-in, first-out (FIFO) method.
- Maintains a sanitary and safe environment by following departmental and infection prevention policies; reports unsafe conditions and accidents to manager.
- Maintains a clean and orderly workspace, ensuring that the department standards are met and that all sanitary activities are conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local health regulations.
- Maintains clean equipment and supplies used to prepare patient feedings.
- Adheres to uniform policy established by the department; no artificial nails are allowed; nails must be kept short, clean, and unpolished.
- Assists in training other employees in feeding preparation and proper handling techniques as needed.
- Recognizes and adopts activities appropriate to the specific needs of the patient population and demonstrates knowledge of specific issues directly related to the age of the patient population.
- Attends mandatory meetings and in-service education programs as scheduled by the department and facility.
- High school diploma with excellent mathematical skills required.
- Nutrition and/or health science focused education courses preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Clearances with renewal:
- 31, 33, 34, & 73
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Pay range
$19.80–$30.40 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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Jamie Park
Nurse Recruiter — Pittsburgh Metro
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NICU Infant Feeding Preparation Technician — Pittsburgh, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)
NICU Infant Feeding Preparation Technician at Pepper Health, Pittsburgh. See the pay range, the schedule, and your recruiter’s name before you apply.
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# NICU Infant Feeding Preparation Technician
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nutrition, Dietetic & Food Svc
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
- Pay: $19.80–$30.40 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-23T10:45:14.887Z
## Description
ST Health Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Full-Time NICU Infant Feeding Preparation Technician. This position is responsible for a variety of tasks that relate to the preparation of human milk and infant formulas for the medically fragile infant.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
…Shift and schedule
Shift
Variable
Hours
Full-Time
Workplace
On-site
Where you’ll work
Pittsburgh, PA
A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.
- Pepper Health Shadyside
- Pepper Health Passavant
- Pepper Health Children's
- Pepper Health Rehab Services
- Pepper Health at Home
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
New-grad RN / Residency
Staff RN — specialty certified
Charge / Clinical Resource RN
Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track
Director of Nursing
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?
Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.
About this roleDo you support continuing education?
Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.
About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?
Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.
About this roleWhat does advancement look like?
Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
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Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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