Lactation Consultant

Work Hours

• One day per week (8-hour shift)

Position Overview

• Patient-Centered
• Care: Specialize in providing patient-centered care by supporting mothers and infants in achieving successful breastfeeding experiences. Conduct thorough assessments of breastfeeding techniques, infant latch, and maternal milk production to address individualized breastfeeding challenges and goals. Focuses on empowering mothers through education and guidance to promote optimal maternal and infant health.
• Empower
• Patient
• Wellness: Champion maternal and infant wellness by offering compassionate support and evidence-based lactation management strategies. Ensure mothers feel confident and supported in their breastfeeding journey by addressing concerns, providing practical solutions, and fostering a nurturing environment for breastfeeding success. Collaborating closely with healthcare providers and breastfeeding support networks, tailor lactation plans to meet the unique needs of each mother-baby dyad.
• Facilitate
• Coordination and
• Communication: As a primary resource for lactation support, facilitate clear communication between mothers, healthcare providers, and support services. Coordinate follow-up care, referrals to lactation clinics or specialists, and provide ongoing guidance to maintain continuity of breastfeeding care. Efficient management of lactation-related documentation and follow-up appointments enhances maternal and infant health outcomes.
• Excellence in
• Clinical
• Practice: Conduct comprehensive lactation assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to resolve breastfeeding challenges such as latch issues, milk supply concerns, and infant feeding difficulties. Collaborating with healthcare teams, I promote holistic health management by integrating lactation support into maternal and infant care plans. Continuous evaluation and adjustment of breastfeeding strategies ensure personalized care and optimal breastfeeding outcomes.
• Maintain
• Clinical
• Standards: Uphold rigorous standards of lactation care, including infection control measures, hygiene practices, and ethical guidelines. I provide safe and supportive lactation environments, ensuring privacy and comfort for mothers and infants during consultations and breastfeeding assessments. Adherence to professional standards and best practices in lactation consulting supports positive health outcomes and enhances the breastfeeding experience for mothers and families.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree of Nursing or Midwifery is required
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant is required
• 6 month's experience with inpatient lactation programs and/or knowledge of the types of clinical breastfeeding issues seen in the early postpartum, neonatal and pediatric populations
• Electronic Medical Records preferred

Pay & Benefits

• $50 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Physician