Lactation Consultant FT Days

Lactation Consultant Full Time Days Position Summary

Provides knowledge in the practice of lactation management.

Assesses patient's needs, diagnoses lactation problems, plans and implements intervention, and evaluates outcomes.

Responsibilities

Conducts prenatal breastfeeding classes and evaluates educational outcomes.

Provides outpatient care, consultation and home visits for families experiencing breastfeeding difficulties.

Serves as consultant for physicians and other healthcare providers concerning lactation as it relates to patient's health problems.

Certifications: IBCLC REQUIRED

THE LACTATION CONSULTANT FULL TIME DAYS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE.

Education

Required: Graduate from an academic program in human lactation and breastfeeding that includes both the didactic and clinical instruction.

Experience

Required: Experience working with Mother Baby couplets in low and high risk situations.

Certifications

Required: Must be certified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). CPR.

Tenet Healthcare complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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