Lactation Specialist

Schedule:

Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun, Days, 6am-6pmPosting

Note:

This is a full-time (1.0

FTE) position at our new East Valley Women's & Children's Pavilion in Gilbert. This schedule will be 4 - 10 hours shifts with a weekend commitment (Saturday / Sunday). This position plans, develops, coordinates and evaluates lactation programs on both an inpatient and outpatient basis to ensure ongoing promotion and support through increasing awareness and understanding.

Bachelors degree in nursing, dietetics, or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience (Required)

Minimum two (2) years of experience in direct patient care as a registered nurse or registered dietitian, including experience providing lactation assistance and education to breastfeeding mothers (Required)

Current State of Arizona RN license or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (R.D. or R.D.N.) credential recognized by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Required)

International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners Certification (IBCLC), OR the ability to obtain within 12 months (Required)

Current BLS Certification from the American Heart Association (Required)

Experience as a lactation consultant in a NICU setting or in the individual’s discipline (RN, RD). Two or more years of experience as a lactation consultant (Preferred)

Phoenix Children's Hospital is a pediatric medical center dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to children. As a leading provider of specialized pediatric care in Arizona, we offer state-of-the-art facilities, advanced medical technologies, and a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals committed to excellence in patient care and nursing practice.