Lactation Consultant IBCLC

Company Overview

AdventHealth is a faith-based health care organization dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care across a broad spectrum of services. With a focus on whole-person health, the organization supports the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of patients through innovative clinical practices and community engagement.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Lactation Consultant IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) to join our dedicated maternal and neonatal health team. This paid position offers an opportunity to support breastfeeding and maternal-infant health by providing expert guidance, education, and case management. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, cultural competence, and a passion for empowering families through evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized breastfeeding support and education to postpartum and prenatal patients, including those with complex needs or medical complications.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of lactating individuals, utilizing physiology knowledge and medical terminology to develop tailored care plans.
• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care during labor & delivery, prenatal visits, and neonatal resuscitation procedures.
• Deliver engaging presentations and health education sessions on topics such as breastfeeding techniques, neonatal care, nutrition, and anatomy knowledge to diverse audiences.
• Utilize EMR/EHR systems to document patient interactions accurately and maintain detailed case management records.
• Support public health initiatives by participating in community outreach programs aimed at promoting maternal health and breastfeeding support across diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Analyze data related to breastfeeding outcomes and patient satisfaction to identify opportunities for quality improvement in maternal-infant services.

Qualifications

• Certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is required.
• RN license is requried
• Proven experience in patient care within obstetrics, pediatrics, or neonatal units; familiarity with labor & delivery processes is highly desirable.
• Strong presentation skills with experience in public speaking and health education delivery.
• Multilingual abilities are preferred to effectively serve diverse populations.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and neonatal resuscitation procedures relevant to lactation support.
• Proficiency in working with individuals from various cultural backgrounds and understanding public health principles related to maternal health.
• Data analysis skills for evaluating patient outcomes and program effectiveness; experience with EMR/EHR systems is essential.
• Excellent client communication skills coupled with a compassionate approach to patient education and support.

Join our team dedicated to advancing maternal-infant health through expert lactation consultation and compassionate care!

Pay: $32.76 - $57.47 per hour

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• IBCLC (Required)
• RN License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $33 - $57