Lactation Consultant

Avita Health System•Ontario, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing safe, family-centered patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating lactation plans for the breastfeeding mother, as well as breast pumping plans. Is fully collaborative with the patient, patient’s family, significant others and members of the health care team. Demonstrates specialized knowledge and clinical expertise in breastfeeding/chest-feeding and human lactation. Acts as an integral member of the healthcare team and performs the Lactation Consultant functions within the scope of practice.

Requirements

IBCLC Certification by International Board of Lactation Consultants Examiners (IBLCE) or appropriate candidate willing to obtain IBCLC Certification within one year of hire, required for the employee who oversee lactation services in the OB Department.
CLC for those that work at the direction of the IBCLC.
Experience with inpatient lactation programs.
BLS Certification or obtained within thirty (30) days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Recent and relevant Obstetrics experience.
Bachelors of Science degree in an applicable field of study.

Responsibilities

Providing safe, family-centered patient care
Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating lactation plans for the breastfeeding mother, as well as breast pumping plans
Collaborating with the patient, patient’s family, significant others and members of the health care team
Demonstrating specialized knowledge and clinical expertise in breastfeeding/chest-feeding and human lactation
Performing Lactation Consultant functions within the scope of practice