Lactation Consultant
Lactation Consultant
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Job Description
The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing evidencebased comprehensive breastfeeding education counseling and support services for mothers babies and families. This position is responsible for providing guidance and support to healthcare providers new parents and families in the promotion of breastfeeding as well as the implementation of breastfeedingfriendly practices. We offer competitive salary with a excellcent benefit package including 401(k) Health Dental and Vision.
Lactation Consultant Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group lactation support services including lactation education and followup phone and email support
- Assess and document maternal and infant health and breastfeeding goals
- Provide breastfeeding education and counseling
- Identify and refer clients to appropriate community resources
- Develop and maintain breastfeeding practices
Lactation Consultant Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in nursing health education or related field
- Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice preferred
- IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) certification
- Three to five years of clinical experience in lactation or breastfeeding consulting
- Knowledge of current breastfeeding research and evidencebased practice
- Excellent teaching communication and counseling skills
- Excellent organizational time management and problemsolving skills
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Proficient in the use of computers and related software applications
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Contract
Employment Type
Full Time
