Lactation Specialist
- Ambulatory Dept Tower Health
- 3.
5 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word BLS Certification In-person customer service Word embeddings High school diploma or GED Full Job Description About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. St. Christopher's is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women's Choice Award Best Children's Hospital. In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home. Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Hospital Tour About the Organization Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area. The Lactation Specialist provides consultative and direct care for the management of breastfeeding mothers and babies. Supports the Lactation Support Program which includes the training and use of Lactation resource nurses and peer support staff. Functions as an advocate for Reading Hospital staff who are breastfeeding through the oversight of the Breastfeeding Pumping station on the R1 area. Provides discharge follow up when deemed necessary.
BENEFITS
Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more! #
STC Schedule:
Mon
- Fri 8:30a
- 5p. The scheduled start and end times require flexibility to meet the needs of the practice. Education Requirements High School Diploma
- OR•GED Experience Relevant Experience Certification and Licensure BLS Certification IBCLC Lactation Specialist Certification within 6 months of hire Required Skills Customer Service Skills Excellent Communications Skills Excellent Interpersonal Skills Listening Skills Microsoft Word Problem Solving Skills
