Lactation Consultant, Women & Infants

About the job

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

ABSMC-Ashby Campus

Position Overview:

• The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing lactation consultation and education for breastfeeding mothers at Alta Bates Medical Center regardless of age, race, religion, ability, and economic or social status.

• The Lactation Consultant has excellent assessment and implementation skills to assist the breastfeeding mother attain her individual goals.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• RN-Registered Nurse of California Required
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Required
• CLE-Certified Lactation Educator Required
• IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, within 2 years of employment Required

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two years of experience in perinatal nursing or perinatal education Preferred. Minimum two years of experience counseling breastfeeding women Preferred.
• Experience supporting breastfeeding in NICU preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent maternal/infant assessment skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize work responsibilities
• Excellent documentation skills
• Effective teaching skills
• Flexibility in a changing environment

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Short Hour

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed, Every other Weekend

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

8

Employee Status:

Short Hour

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $90.58 to $126.81 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.