Lactation Specialist - Per Diem

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift: Rotating Shift

Description:

Position Summary:

In accordance with the St. Peter's Health Partners Mission and Values, develops, implements and evaluates a comprehensive program of lactation services across the SPHP Continuum of Women's and Children's Services. Required by NYCRR 10; 405.8, this regulation stipulates that one person in the organization,  thoroughly trained in breastfeeding physiology and management be responsible for ensuring the implementation of an effective breastfeeding program.  

This is achieved through demonstration of advanced clinical skills, knowledge of standards of breastfeeding, clinical and educational consultations, program development and the incorporation of lactation research into nursing practice. The Lactation Specialist is accountable to the Newborn Services Manager and works collaboratively with other SPHP staff who provide services to childbearing women.

Associates Degree required in a Health related field;
Bachelors degree in a Health related field preferred. CLC (certified lactation counselor certification) OR certified breastfeeding counselor (CBC) certification is required. International Board of Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) is expected to be obtained within two years of employment by full time lactation specialists.

Two or more years of experience in clinical or community service setting, one of which must have been in the area of maternal-child care. Previous lactation counseling/consulting experience highly desirable.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

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