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Nutrition, Dietetic & Food Svc

NICU Infant Feeding Preparation Technician

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Variable

PostedMarch 23, 2026

Pay$19.80–$30.40 / hr

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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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# 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:**
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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.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • 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

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. 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

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  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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