The Lactation Specialist coordinates and provides expert education, assistance, and support to breastfeeding women and infants. They also participate in quality improvement projects and clinical research to ensure evidence-based care standards are met.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and current certification from the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE). A minimum of five years of experience in lactation consulting is required.
NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation.
Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No.
1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S.
News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation.
NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida.
With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Lactation Specialist, Per Diem.
In this role, the successful candidate
Position Summary
An expert member of the perinatal health care team who is knowledgeable, skilled and experienced in lactation and breastfeeding management. Coordinates and provides education, assistance and support to breastfeeding women and infants.Participates in the development, implementation and reinforcement of evidence-base care through programs and projects which achieve departmental goals in accordance to breastfeeding regulatory/professional standards and public health initiatives .
Job Responsibilities
Applies research findings that support lactating mothers and/or their breastfeeding babies.
Participates in the management of the Breast Pump Rental and Supply Program.
Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporates them into performance responsibilities.
Coordinates breastfeeding program, including maintenance of the warm line.
Promotes a culture that is supportive of breastfeeding mothers and infant, and acts an advocate for the breastfeeding dyad.
Collects, analyze and submits breastfeeding data in accordance to regulatory/professional standard and public health initiatives.
Promotes own professional growth and development.
Serves as a support and resource for the education of other health professionals
Educates parents on all aspects of infant feeding
Provides orientation and ongoing staff development programs related to breastfeeding.
Assures compliance with standards and regulation promulgated by all applicable agencies
Participates as a member of the Maternal and Child Services Quality and PerformanceImprovement Councils and other committees as needed.
Applies findings from evidence based practice and research that support lactating mothers and/or their breastfeeding babies.
Participates in clinical studies and research projects as applicable.
Implements and evaluates quality and performance projects to promote and support breast feeding.
Promotes own professional growth and development.
Serves as a support and resource for the education of other health professionals.
Educates parents on all aspects of infant feeding.
Assures compliance with standards and regulations promulgated by all applicable agencies.
Participates as a member of the Maternal and Child Services Quality and Performance Improvement Councils.
Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree.Current Certification by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (I.B.L.C.E.).Minimum of five years lactation consultant experience.Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills and creative problem solving ability..
Required Licenses
Lactation Specialist.
Preferred Licenses: Registered Nurse License-NYS
Preferred Qualifications
None.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement.
The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support.
Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters.
Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $60.00 - $60.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
