DirectJobHub
Jobs · Healthcare · Massachusetts

Clinical Lactation Consultant Postpartum (IBCLC)

Boston Medical Center (BMC) · Boston, MA · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$31.73–$46.15/hrPart-time

Position Summary

The Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) position involves providing specialized lactation services and education to patients and infants within an inpatient setting. The role is integral to the interdisciplinary patient care team, focusing on addressing complex breastfeeding issues and ensuring quality care and an exceptional experience for patients.

Essential Responsibilities / Duties

  • Demonstrates expertise in care of mothers/infants with complex breastfeeding problems.
  • Determines breastfeeding plan and provides instruction and support to mothers breastfeeding children requiring hospitalization.
  • Evaluates positive signs of lactogenesis and milk transfer.
  • Evaluates adequacy of breast milk intake and determines appropriate goals.
  • Evaluates and monitors any problems or complaints related to breasts or pumping equipment.
  • Implements appropriate teaching interventions based on infant's clinical condition, mother's progress, and breastfeeding goals.
  • Implements standards of care and policies and procedures for breastfeeding management.
  • Designs, implements, and monitors policies and procedures to assess quality control in the collection, transport, storage, and feeding of breast milk to hospitalized infants.
  • Affirms use of educational materials to teach patients and healthcare providers.
  • Participates as a member of interdisciplinary team and participates in interdisciplinary rounds and patient care conferences.

Education

  • Associate College degree or higher required.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required: IBCLC (International Board Certified Clinical Lactation Consultant).

Knowledge And Skills

  • Lactation expertise.
  • Strong patient/customer service skills.
  • Ability to build strong relationships.
  • Excellent listening and communication skills.
  • Flexibility.
  • Caregiving compassion.
  • Team collaboration.

Pay

  • Compensation Range: $31.73- $46.15.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, pharmacy.
  • Discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • 403(b) savings matches.
  • Paid time off.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Resources to support employee and family well-being.

Note

  • This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

Similar jobs