Childbirth Educator
About The Position
Prepares expectant mothers and support person for childbirth. Uses appropriate teaching principles and adult learning methods to deliver information on a variety of perinatal topics, including pregnancy, labor, comfort measures and pain management, delivery, cesarean birth (C-section), birthing alternatives, postpartum, baby care, and tools to use during childbirth. Increases consumers'/patients' awareness of the support services, learning opportunities, and resources that Sutter Health offers. Collaborates with peers and other healthcare providers to ensure classes are relevant and responsive to a diverse customer population, as well as meets department needs. Fosters a professional and collaborative relationship between women, their support groups, and health care professionals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a Healthcare related field or equivalent education/experience.
- 1 year recent relevant experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the child birthing process with a basic understanding of medical terminology, current trends in childbirth issues and practices, comfort measures/pain management, patient safety and privacy, and local/state/federal regulations.
- Proven teaching and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly and professionally communicate complex or sensitive information to diverse audiences.
- Basic knowledge of word processing, presentation, and email software, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized guidelines to complete tasks with little supervision.
- Ability to identify and evaluate routine or standard problems, then select appropriate solution from established options.
- Ability to ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
- Ability to work independently as well as be part of the team, while accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
- Willingness to travel in accordance with job requirements.
- Availability to teach classes on the weekend as needed.
Nice To Haves
- CCE-Certified Childbirth Educator
- CD-Certified Birth Doula (DONA International)
- CLD-Certified Labor Doula (CAPPA-Childbirth & Postpartum Professional Association)
- ICBD-International Certified Birth Doula (ICEA-International Childbirth Education Association)
- CLD-Certified Labor Doula (Childbirth International)
- CPD-Certified Postpartum Doula, from one of the following: ProDoula, Birth Arts International, International Doula Institute
Responsibilities
- Prepare expectant mothers and support persons for childbirth.
- Deliver information on pregnancy, labor, comfort measures and pain management, delivery, cesarean birth, birthing alternatives, postpartum, and baby care.
- Increase patient awareness of Sutter Health support services, learning opportunities, and resources.
- Collaborate with peers and healthcare providers to ensure classes are relevant and responsive to a diverse customer population.
- Foster professional and collaborative relationships between women, their support groups, and healthcare professionals.
- Teach classes on the weekend as needed.
- Coordinate efforts and address expectations of physicians, midwives, nurses, support, and management staff.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
