Lactation Consultant (CLC) — Hospital-Based Infant Nutrition

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan assistance

Professional development

Well-being resources

Job summary

Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME seeks a Lactation Consultant to support breastfeeding for patients and families. The role collaborates with the IBCLC team to tailor feeding plans and acts as a resource across the hospital with evidence-based care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree, CLC certification, IBCLC within a year, and BLS either now or within 30 days of start. Experience in a hospital maternity setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Licenses/Certifications: CLC required; IBCLC within 1 year; BLS within 30 days.
• Experience: Hospital maternity or neonatal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide breastfeeding support and education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with IBCLC team to develop individual feeding plans.
• Serve as a resource within Maine Medical Center using evidence-based interventions.

Skills

Lactation counseling

Hospital maternity care

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME seeks a Lactation Consultant to support breastfeeding for patients and families. The role collaborates with the IBCLC team to tailor feeding plans and acts as a resource across the hospital with evidence-based care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree, CLC certification, IBCLC within a year, and BLS either now or within 30 days of start. Experience in a hospital maternity setting is preferred.