IBCLC Lactation Consultant - Pasadena, TX

legacycommunityhealth; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO and holidays

403(b) with company match

Gym membership subsidy

Job summary

Legacy Community Health in Pasadena, TX, is seeking a dedicated Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to support breastfeeding families within our clinic. You will educate and counsel new and current mothers, coordinate with the healthcare team, and lead classes to promote evidence-based lactation practices.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration with nurses and providers to improve outcomes for families in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• IBCLC certification or in process.
• Minimum 1 year related experience.
• Desirable Texas RN or RD licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assess, educate, and counsel breastfeeding women to initiate and maintain lactation.
• Educate patients on correct breastfeeding techniques and latching.
• Advise on breast pumps and milk storage.
• Coordinate care with nurses and providers.
• Lead breastfeeding classes and staff education as workload permits.
• Document patient visits in EMR and initiate referrals when needed.

Skills

Teaching

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cultural awareness

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

IBCLC certification in process

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, travel, and pet insurance; FSA; paid time off and company holidays; 403(b) with company match; $0 copay Legacy provider visits and pharmacy prescriptions; subsidized gym membership; and more.

Location: Legacy Pasadena Southmore - 1951 Southmore Ave. Pasadena, TX 77502

IBCLC Lactation Consultant - Pasadena, TX (Job Overview)

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-4:30PM or 8:30AM-5PM)

As a Lactation Consultant, also known as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), you will be a trusted source of encouragement, education, and practical support for potential and current breastfeeding women. Your compassionate guidance can help parents build confidence, overcome challenges, and reach their feeding goals during an important stage of their healthcare journey.

You will partner closely with nurses, providers, and other members of the healthcare team to provide evidence-based breastfeeding education and family-centered care. In this role, you will bring your clinical knowledge and passion for supporting families while honoring each patient’s values, culture, spiritual beliefs, and individual circumstances.

Why this role matters

• Support parents in initiating and maintaining lactation through personalized education, counseling, and practical guidance.
• Help families understand breastfeeding techniques, infant milk transfer, breast pumps, milk storage, and the transition back to work.
• Strengthen community healthcare by helping patients access knowledgeable, respectful lactation support in a clinic setting.
• Collaborate with nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals to address lactation concerns and coordinate care.
• Share your expertise through breastfeeding classes, health fairs, conferences, and staff education as workload permits and when appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities and the quality of care provided to breastfeeding women and their infants.

A meaningful opportunity to grow

You will have opportunities to deepen your expertise, educate and mentor colleagues, and make a lasting difference for families in the community. If you are looking for work that brings together clinical skill, meaningful connection, and purpose, join our family and help patients feel supported every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, educate, support, and counsel potential and current breastfeeding women to initiate and maintain lactation.
• Educate patients on how to correctly breastfeed their baby.
• Educate patients on the benefits of breastfeeding versus bottle feeding.
• Demonstrate various breastfeeding techniques.
• Advise patients on correct breastfeeding and latching techniques.
• Assist patients with alleviating sore breasts due to breastfeeding.
• Assist mothers transitioning back to work by teaching them how to maintain milk supplies.
• Advise patients on breast pumps and proper breast milk storage.
• Advise healthcare providers on lactation problems experienced by patients.
• Plan and lead breastfeeding classes for expecting women.
• Support and educate nursing staff and providers in evidence-based breastfeeding practices.
• Consult with staff regarding resources, equipment, and supplies utilized in the care of breastfeeding women.
• Coordinate care in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Evaluate breastfeeding oral motor mechanics of infants and milk transfer, making appropriate recommendations.
• Document all patient visits in Electronic Medical Records.
• Initiate referrals for support services as needed.
• Provide expertise at health fairs, conferences, and similar events as workload permits and is appropriate.
• Respect the diversity of each individual's values, culture, spiritual beliefs, and other socio-economic issues when addressing patient needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
• Provide reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or in process of obtaining certification.

Required Years of Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar work environment, a plus if within an outpatient clinic

Desirable Education and/or Experience

• Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Excellent teaching, verbal & written communication skills essential.
• Understanding of diverse cultural, physical, emotional, and psychological response to birthing, lactation and parenting.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Knowledge and skilled in Microsoft programs preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is highly preferred.

About Legacy Community Health

The largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has delivered affordable, high-quality care for nearly 40 years across 50+ clinics in Greater Houston and the Gulf Coast.

Approachable & Collaborative — Leads with humility, values diverse perspectives, and builds trust through teamwork.

Driven & Committed — Takes initiative and goes the extra mile to improve patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Thoughtful Communicators — Pairs clinical/technical skill with emotional intelligence, navigating complex situations with empathy and professionalism.