Lactation Consultant - Maternity

Department: 37904 Carolinas Medical Center - Lactation Services

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 24

Schedule Details and Additional Information

• Part‑time position, 24 hours a week which is 3‑8 hour shifts from 3‑11pm.
• Some weekends and holidays are required.

Pay Range

$33.05 - $49.60 per hour

Participates as an essential member of the healthcare team providing clinical lactation therapy for patients. Serves as a clinical resource person for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers in order to promote optimal patient care and assists in the marketing of lactation services to professional and non‑professional consumers.

Essential Functions

• Makes lactation rounds as needed to meet the clinical lactation needs of breastfeeding inpatients.
• Conducts independent assessments of the breastfeeding mother and baby (inpatient and/or outpatient setting).
• Designs, implements and evaluates individualized plans of care to meet patient needs.
• Coordinates lactation management with the staff.
• Provides outpatient clinical assistance for breastfeeding difficulties which includes an appropriate care plan and communication with referring physicians.
• Evaluates breastfeeding educational materials and products on an ongoing basis.
• Develops lactation curriculum and teaches breastfeeding classes for the patient education department.
• Consults with physicians or midwives to advise on special breastfeeding problems.
• Provides in‑services for new and existing staff in the field of breastfeeding and human lactation.
• Appropriately documents interactions with patients (inpatients and/or outpatients).
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures and standards consistent with current trends/literature.

Physical Requirements

Work requires walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and bending. Must have the ability to speak clearly and be easily understood. Visual acuity and acute hearing are required. Must be able to lift 20 pounds of weight.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Certification or pending examination results by International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners required. Maintains re‑certification and continuing education as required by IBLCE. At least 2 years experience in breastfeeding and human lactation preferred. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. RN Licensure preferred. BLS for pediatrics and adults required per policy guidelines.

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and other based on the job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.