Local Contract Lactation Consultant - $35 per hour

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Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Description TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a local contract Lactation Consultant for a local contract job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty:

Lactation Consultant Discipline:

Allied Health Professional Start Date:

09/01/2026

Duration:

12 weeks 40 hours per week

Shift:

8 hours, days

Employment Type:

Local Contract Lactation Consultant Philadelphia PA Shift:

9am-5pm each day 14 weeks duration This would be 5 days a week role in which 4 day the worker will be at Main campus and 1 day week will be at KOP campus Will be seeing mostly outpatient

License:

International Board Certification Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

• Must have Either of these below: Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) Licensed Dietitian-Nutrition (LDN) (Pennsylvania) Occupational Therapist (Pennsylvania) Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) (Pennsylvania) Respiratory Therapist (Pennsylvania) Osteopathic Respiratory Therapist (Pennsylvania) Speech & Language Pathology License (Pennsylvania)

Job Summary:

The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing clinical lactation services and support to patients, families, clinical teams and community. Collaborates with multiple departments and inter-professional teams as the expert with regard to lactation, breastfeeding and human milk management. Tasks include assessing, educating, implementing interventions, and monitoring outcomes of lactation support for clients.

Job Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

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Patient Care:

• Ensures delivery of evidenced based and quality services
• Responds to consults per departmental standards
• Implements and monitors interventions with regard to breastfeeding and pumping
• Participates in patient care rounds, HMMC rounds
• Maintains patient lists within EHR
• Documents all encounters within the electronic health record
• Participates in policy/procedure development and upkeep
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Lactation Education:

• Educates clients on proper technique with regard to breastfeeding and pumping
• Plans and develops departmental and patient teaching sessions.
• Serves as a preceptor to students
• Participates in community outreach programs, Hospital wide breastfeeding committee, WBW
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Research/Data Collection:

• Participates in research and data collection as opportunities are identified
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Professional Development:

• Maintains professional credentials and expands knowledge and skills.
• Develops and implements an individualized plan for professional growth and development including participation in professional organizations and activities, workshops, seminars, and staff development programs when feasible.
• Represents CHOP lactation program through participation in leadership of local or national professional organizations or initiatives, continuing education events and training programs when feasible.
• Participates as expert speaker/author on lactation topics as appropriate.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in NICU/Pediatric, critical care.
• Comprehensive knowledge and application of lactation principles in medically fragile neonatal and pediatric patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to patients and families, public, staff and physicians.
• Ability to organize tasks and work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others.
• Ability to function independently.
• Ability to counsel and educate clients and medical staff.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• At least one (1) year experience in an inpatient hospital setting.

Required :

PEDIATRIC

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare or similar field of study.

#TB_HC #ZRHC Talent Burst Job ID #26-09357.

Posted job title:

Lactation Consultant About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.