Milk Bank Technician

University of Arkansas System

. Handle and process human milk through the milk bank laboratory .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in processing human milk, performing bacterial testing, and conducting macronutrient analysis while maintaining strict confidentiality and exceptional customer service. Maintains lab equipment and operational inventory in a healthcare laboratory setting.

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Human Milk ProcessingBacterial TestingMacronutrient AnalysisFood Handler CertificationHealthcare Laboratory Experience

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Hard Skills

Bacterial TestingMacronutrient AnalysisLaboratory Equipment MaintenanceOperational Inventory ManagementCrouchingGraspingLiftingKeyboardingRepetitive MotionTalking

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationCustomer ServiceTeam CollaborationConfidentialityPositive Working Relationships

Certifications & Qualifications

Food Handler Certification

Industry Keywords

HealthcareLaboratory TechnicianPatient and Family Centered CareCode of Conduct GuidelinesTB ScreeningCriminal Background CheckSubstance Abuse Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle and process human milk through the milk bank laboratory
Maintain lab equipment, clean all areas, storage and distribution zones, and maintain operational inventory
Process human milk and perform bacterial testing and macronutrient analysis
Maintain food handler certification
Interact with and assist the public in a professional and friendly manner
Communicate accurate and complete information while maintaining strict confidentiality when necessary
Maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, management, and ancillary departments
Follow the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines
Assist internal and external stakeholders with exceptional customer service
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma
One (1) Year Hospital or Healthcare Laboratory technician experience
Food Handler Certification within four (4) weeks of hire (at hospital orientation)
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Annual TB Screening
Criminal Background Check
Substance Abuse Testing
Ability to perform crouching, grasping, hearing, lifting, standing, walking, keyboarding, repetitive motion, talking, and sitting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
In-house training on scheduled basis per Milk Bank guidelines