Lactation Specialist: Inpatient & Telehealth Support

McLeod Health; Florence (SC); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

McLeod Health in Florence, SC seeks a qualified Lactation Consultant to provide advanced lactation support and education for inpatients and outpatients. The role leads classes for new and expectant families and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to promote Baby Friendly initiatives.

Ideal candidates hold RN/ RD/ OT or equivalent, with a CLC and IBCLC within 12 months of hire. The position offers diverse settings including telehealth and community outreach, with emphasis on timely

Formación

• RN, RD, OT or equivalent. Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) or equivalent.
• IBCLC within 12 months of hire/transfer.

Responsabilidades

• Provide advanced lactation support and education to inpatient and outpatient populations of infants, pregnant and postpartum mothers.
• Lead classes for new and expectant mothers and their families.
• Interact with multidisciplinary team around infant/mother concerns.
• Support Baby Friendly initiatives and related state programs.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation to communicate with other care givers.
• Work flexibly in settings including telehealth, community groups, and classrooms.
• Follow up with breastfeeding mothers by phone.

Conocimientos

Lactation support

Time management

Public speaking/lead classes

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Educación

RN/Equivalent

RD

OT

CLC or equivalent

IBCLC within 12 months

Descripción del empleo

McLeod Health in Florence, SC seeks a qualified Lactation Consultant to provide advanced lactation support and education for inpatients and outpatients. The role leads classes for new and expectant families and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to promote Baby Friendly initiatives.

Ideal candidates hold RN/ RD/ OT or equivalent, with a CLC and IBCLC within 12 months of hire. The position offers diverse settings including telehealth and community outreach, with emphasis on timely