SJCH Lactation Consultant

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) – Lactation Center

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing or Associate/Diploma degree in nursing; if Associate/Diploma degree, must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years in position and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years in position. Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.

Alternatively, candidates may qualify with any of the following:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Language Pathology program
• Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field of study from an American Dietetic Association approved program

Experience

• At least 1 year of work experience in area of licensure is required
• For Registered Nurses: A minimum of three years of work experience as a registered nurse required
• Experience practicing as an IBCLC in a high-volume Baby Friendly designated hospital is preferred

Licensure & Certification

• Registered Nurses: Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state required
• Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists: Licensure by the South Carolina Board of Examiners required; NBCOT certification required for Occupational Therapists
• Registered Dietitians: Must hold the national RD (Registered Dietitian) or RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) credential and an active state Licensed Dietitian (LD) credential issued by the SC Department of LLR
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification is preferred; if not certified, IBCLC must be obtained within one year of hire and maintained
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40
• Work shift: Rotating

Pay

• Pay rate type: Salary
• Pay grade: Health-29