Lactation Consultant

Junior • On-site

Monroe, NY

Work Hours

One day per week (8-hour shift)

Position Overview

Patient-Centered Care: Specialize in providing patient-centered care by supporting mothers and infants in achieving successful breastfeeding experiences. Conduct thorough assessments of breastfeeding techniques, infant latch, and maternal milk production to address individualized breastfeeding challenges and goals. Focus on empowering mothers through education and guidance to promote optimal maternal and infant health.

Empower Patient Wellness: Champion maternal and infant wellness by offering compassionate support and evidence-based lactation management strategies. Ensure mothers feel confident and supported in their breastfeeding journey by addressing concerns, providing practical solutions, and fostering a nurturing environment for breastfeeding success. Collaborate closely with healthcare providers and breastfeeding support networks to tailor lactation plans to meet the unique needs of each mother-baby dyad.

Facilitate Coordination and Communication: Serve as a primary resource for lactation support by facilitating clear communication between mothers, healthcare providers, and support services. Coordinate follow-up care, referrals to lactation clinics or specialists, and provide ongoing guidance to maintain continuity of breastfeeding care. Efficient management of lactation-related documentation and follow-up appointments enhances maternal and infant health outcomes.

Excellence in Clinical Practice: Conduct comprehensive lactation assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to resolve breastfeeding challenges such as latch issues, milk supply concerns, and infant feeding difficulties. Collaborate with healthcare teams to promote holistic health management by integrating lactation support into maternal and infant care plans. Continuously evaluate and adjust breastfeeding strategies to ensure personalized care and optimal outcomes.

Maintain Clinical Standards: Uphold rigorous standards of lactation care, including infection control measures, hygiene practices, and ethical guidelines. Provide safe and supportive lactation environments, ensuring privacy and comfort for mothers and infants during consultations and breastfeeding assessments. Adherence to professional standards and best practices in lactation consulting supports positive health outcomes and enhances the breastfeeding experience for mothers and families.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree of Nursing or Midwifery is required
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant is required
6 month's experience with inpatient lactation programs and/or knowledge of early postpartum, neonatal, and pediatric breastfeeding issues
Electronic Medical Records preferred

Pay & Benefits

Starting at $65 per hour, commensurate with experience

Aizer Health

Aizer Health is a leading Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to delivering transformative, high-quality healthcare through compassion, innovation, and a relationship-based approach. Serving its community with a holistic model of care, the organization offers a broad range of services including Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Acute Care, Dentistry, Optometry, Women’s Health, Rehabilitation, and Behavioral Health. Aizer Health emphasizes patient-centered, equitable care and community empowerment, leveraging cutting-edge technology and evidence-based practices to support comprehensive health and well-being. Rapidly growing and community-driven, the organization fosters a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative culture rooted in core values such as putting patients first, teamwork, empowerment, and continuous growth.

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