Doula Spanish Fork OBGYN Clinic

Intermountain Healthcare; Spanish Fork (UT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health Spanish Fork Hospital is seeking a part-time Doula to support pregnant people through prenatal, labor, and postpartum periods. The role requires up to 20 hours per week with travel across Juab County and occasional shifts during nights, weekends, and holidays.

The ideal candidate holds DONA International or ICEA Birth Doula certification within one year, has childbirth experience, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Certification in DONA International or ICEA Birth Doula (or comparable) within one year.
• Previous childbirth experience.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and current insurance.
• Availability to support birthing parents day, night, weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to travel throughout the rural community and complete home visits.
• Approved to provide doula services in Montana birthing hospitals.
• Strong communication and cultural competency.

Responsibilities

• Attend prenatal visits (up to 2) to build rapport and discuss birth preferences.
• Provide physical and emotional support during active labor and postpartum periods.
• Offer practical support after childbirth (home visits, lactation/feeding assistance, meal prep).
• Travel to rural communities for home visits and labor support.
• Stay current with childbirth practices and collaborate with the care team.
• Maintain DONA ethics and professional boundaries.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional support

Cultural competency

Multitasking

Education

DONA International / ICEA Birth Doula Certification

Job description

Job Description:Part Time, 20 hours per week for the Spanish Fork OBGYN Clinic. May require travel throughout Juab County.A qualified Doula is able to be immersed in the world of birth work by encouraging and promoting empowerment through pregnancy, providing physical, emotional, and educational support to the birthing parent and their families during prenatal, labor and postpartum care periods in Rural Communities and Maternal Deserts. In this position, the doula provides support throughout the pregnancy and up to three (3) months postpartum.Intermountain Doula expectations include:Listening to the concerns and questions of the birthing parent and family in a kind, non-judgmental manner and offering the best possible advice based on your knowledge of the latest high-quality evidence in relevant pregnancy, birth, and postpartum topics. This includes advice in conjunction with the best practices maintained by the care team. Staying within the scope of practice as a Doula and abiding by the DONA Code of Ethics Attending prenatal meetings (Up to 2 prenatal visits), including at least one face to face visit to develop a relationship with the patient, immediate family, establish birth preferences and goals and develop a birthing plan. Remaining with the mother throughout the active labor phase and providing physical and emotional support during and after childbirth if included in the patients' preferences. (Up to 12-hour labor support and Doula attendance at labor and delivery.) Providing practical support and advice to the mother after childbirth. (Up to 2 postpartum visits) Visiting the home of the patient once they have been discharged and assisting with the care of the baby while the mother heals. (Example could be helping organize the nursery, running an errand, assisting with lactation or feeding needs and / or meal preparation.) Keeping up to date on childbirth support, birthing techniques, and pre- and post-natal care by conducting research, networking with other Doulas and mothers, and maintaining regular education session attendance.Minimum QualificationsDONA International, ICEA Birth Doula (or comparable) Certification within one year of being in this position (if additional deliveries are required).Previous Childbirth ExperienceCurrent Driver's License, Reliable Transportation and Maintains Current InsuranceAvailability to support birthing parents in labor whenever labor occurs daytime, nighttime, weekends, and holidaysAbility to travel throughout the Rural Community of the program and complete home visitsApproved to provide doula services in Montana birthing hospitalsCommitment to and passion for supporting birthing parents and their familiesThe ability to remain calm, multitask and provide emotional support and incorporate cultural competency with all birthing parentsExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to build strong relationships within the professional birth communityPhysical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information and assess patient needsFrequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:Intermountain Health Spanish Fork HospitalWork City:Spanish ForkWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:20The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$26.74 - $41.28We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. 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