Lactation Consultant - Womens Services

Lactation Consultant•Women's Services at Legacy Health Lactation Consultant•Women's Services at Legacy Health in Tualatin, Oregon Posted in 5 days ago.

Job Description:

Legacy Health Lactation Consultant•Women's Services Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

US-OR-TUALATIN

Job ID:

26-47410

Type:

Part Time•No Benefits Meridian Park Medical Ctr campus Overview The Legacy philosophy centers on patients and their families. Our caregivers embody this philosophy in everything they do—as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers, and educators. Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is the South Metro area's full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center.

Among our specialties:

stroke, chest pain, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer care and orthopedic and total joint surgery. Plus a birth center and breast health center. The Lactation Consultant provides assessment, assistance, and support related to infant nutrition, with a focus on breastfeeding, for infants, adult and adolescent mothers, and their families. In this role, you will promote positive health outcomes through education, guidance, and compassionate support during the early stages of infant feeding and maternal care. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity. Responsibilities Provides assessment, assistance, and support of infant nutrition, particularly breastfeeding, to infants, adult and adolescent mothers, and families. Provides education to staff and physicians, as well as to the community. Works closely with physicians and staff, and, promotes collaboration and communication. Participates effectively in the daily operations of both inpatient and outpatient care.

Qualifications Education:

As required for certification and licensure. BSN or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

Skills:

Demonstrated ability of expert interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community. Demonstrated ability to teach effectively. Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic health record (EHR) applicable to job responsibilities/functions. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PI284044665

Salary:

$40.00