Lactation Specialist - Per Diem

trinityhealth; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners (SPHP) seeks a Part-time Lactation Specialist to develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive lactation program for the Women’s and Children's Services. This role ensures compliance with NYCRR 10; 405.8 and coordinates with the Newborn Services Manager.

Ideal candidates have an Associate’s degree in a health-related field, CLC or CBC certification, and IBCLC within two years. Two+ years of maternal-child care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required in health-related field.
• Bachelor's degree in health-related field preferred.
• CLC or CBC certification required.
• IBCLC expected within two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate a comprehensive lactation program across SPHP.
• Ensure compliance with NYCRR 10;405.8 for lactation services.
• Provide clinical and educational lactation consultations.
• Collaborate with the Newborn Services Manager and SPHP staff.

Skills

Lactation counseling

Clinical lactation skills

Educational consultations

Program development

Education

Associates Degree in health-related field

Bachelor's degree in health-related field preferred

CLC (certified lactation counselor)

CBC (certified breastfeeding counselor)

IBCLC within 2 years

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift

Description:

Position Summary : In accordance with the St. Peter's Health Partners Mission and Values, develops, implements and evaluates a comprehensive program of lactation services across the SPHP Continuum of Women's and Children's Services. Required by NYCRR 10; 405.8, this regulation stipulates that one person in the organization, "thoroughly trained in breastfeeding physiology and management be responsible for ensuring the implementation of an effective breastfeeding program." This is achieved through demonstration of advanced clinical skills, knowledge of standards of breastfeeding, clinical and educational consultations, program development and the incorporation of lactation research into nursing practice. The Lactation Specialist is accountable to the Newborn Services Manager and works collaboratively with other SPHP staff who provide services to childbearing women.

Education Requirements :

Associates Degree required in a Health related field; Bachelors degree in a Health related field preferred. CLC (certified lactation counselor certification) OR certified breastfeeding counselor (CBC) certification is required. International Board of Lactation Consultants ( IBCLC) is expected to be obtained within two years of employment by full time lactation specialists.

Experience Requirements :

Two or more years of experience in clinical or c ommunity service setting, one of which must have been in the area of maternal-child care. Previous lactation counseling/consulting experience highly desirable.

Our Commitment

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.