Lactation Consultant

About the role

The Department 37904 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Lactation Services seeks a full-time IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) to join our dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultation in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to mothers of patients in the management of breastfeeding to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Educates staff and complex breastfeeding management.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team in monitoring breastfeeding progress of mothers and modifying the plan of care to promote optimal outcomes.
• Maintains breastfeeding statistics for Brenner Children's Hospital.
• Develops policies and procedures as needed for Lactation Consultant services, breastfeeding equipment and resources and participates in performance and quality improvement activities and outcomes projects.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college/university with Bachelor's degree in Administration, Nutrition, or Nursing.
• Prior experience in a neonatal intensive care or pediatric unit as an IBCLC preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to successfully counsel and assist mothers with breastfeeding skills.
• Ability to develop educational programs for families and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with medical and nursing staff, employees and the public.

Skills

• Knowledge of lactation science and practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:

• Competitive compensation and premium pay options.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and welfare benefits, family benefits, and educational assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.

Pay

$33.05 - $49.60 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Birth Center 10 hour evening shifts.