Lactation Consultant IBCLC

Trinity Health MI; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Trinity Health MI in Ann Arbor, MI seeks a Lactation Consultant to support mothers and babies in our Postpartum Unit and NICU. This full-time, 32-hour weekly role offers rotating day and evening shifts with comprehensive benefits.

IBCLC certification is required. Eligible candidates include RNs with Michigan licensure or Non-RN CLC with IBCLC; a nursing bachelor’s degree is expected for RN track. Growth and excellent patient care are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Requires IBCLC certification and active licensure (RN or equivalent) in Michigan.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing is required for RN track; CLC/IBCLC path also described.
• IBCLC certification must be maintained per IBCLE continuing education guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct lactation support to mothers and infants across Postpartum, NICU, Pediatrics, and Labor & Delivery.
• Assess lactation needs and document goals and interventions.
• Educate patients and families, including complex lactation cases.
• Collaborate with the care team on feeding plans and discharge readiness.
• Respond to breastfeeding inquiries and provide guidance.
• Support policy adherence and education materials.

Skills

IBCLC certification

RN license

Non-RN CLC with IBCLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

• The Lactation Consultant assists mothers and babies to breastfeed successfully. The Lactation Consultant is a licensed health professional who has obtained International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners certification (IBCLC).
• IBCLC certified individuals with a Registered Nurse License or Non-RN CLC with IBCLC will be considered.
• This position is a Full-Time, benefited position, scheduled 32 hours per week. Rotating day and evening shifts supporting our Postpartum Unit and NICU.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

POSITION PURPOSE

• The Lactation Consultant assists mothers and babies to breastfeed successfully. The Lactation Consultant is a licensed health professional who has obtained International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners certification (IBCLC).
• IBCLC certified individuals with a Registered Nurse License or Non-RN CLC with IBCLC will be considered.
• This position is a Full-Time, benefited position, scheduled 32 hours per week. Rotating day and evening shifts supporting our Postpartum Unit and NICU.

What You Will Do

• Provide direct support to breastfeeding mothers and infants across Postpartum, NICU, Pediatrics, Labor & Delivery, and other units.
• Assess lactation needs and document care, goals, and interventions.
• Educate patients and families, including those with complex lactation challenges (RN track provides advanced clinical care; see details below).
• Collaborate with the healthcare team on individualized feeding plans and discharge readiness.
• Respond to outside breastfeeding-related inquiries and provide appropriate guidance.
• Participate in breastfeeding policy adherence, updates, education materials, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Miniumum Qualifications – Rn / Ibclc

• Education: Requires bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Licensure: Requires current Michigan Nursing License
• Certification: International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant IBCLC
• Completes all mandatory in-services that apply to the role of the lactation consultant.
• Must follow IBCLE guidelines for continuing education to maintain IBCLC certification.

Miniumum Qualifications – Clc / Ibclc

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Certification: International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant IBCLC
• Completes all mandatory in-services that apply to the role of the lactation consultant.
• Must follow IBCLE guidelines for continuing education to maintain IBCLC certification.

Position Benefits And Highlights

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.