Lactation Consultant 1 - PRN - Perinatal Education

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lactation Consultant at Methodist Charlton Medical Center collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide lactation management services to expectant and new parents in a highly technical, fast-paced hospital setting.

Preferred IBCLC certification with at least two years of lactation consulting experience; responsibilities include clear communication, relationship-building, accountability, and ongoing professional growth to improve patient care.

Qualifications

• IBCLC certification desired
• Minimum 2 years of lactation consulting experience

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Skills

Lactation consulting

IBCLC certification

Job description

Hours of Work :

various

Days Of Week :

rotating

Work Shift :

PRN (United States of America)

Job Description :

In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging position, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing lactation management services to expectant and new parents.

Your Job Requirements:

• Current certification as a Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)preferred
• 2 years experience in lactation consulting required

Your Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Methodist Charlton Medical Center is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, and Lancaster in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care; stroke care; hip and knee joint replacement; women and children’s services; and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award‑w... shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
• Get With The Guidelines® Gold and Gold Plus awards from the American Heart Association