Description Maine Medical Center
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 97078
Summary:
The Lactation Consultant role at Maine Medical Center Portland provides breastfeeding support and education for patients, and families within the Maine Medical Center service. Acts as a lactation counselor by collaborating with IBCLC team to develop individual feeding plans. Functions as a resource within Maine Medical Center. Utilizes evidence-based interventions that will foster optimum infant nutrition.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Bachelor's Degree
- License/Certifications: Certification as a CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor) by the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice required. Certification by the IBCLC is required within one year of start date. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
- Experience: Experience in a hospital maternity or neonatal setting preferred.
Additional Information The pay range for this position is $40.06 to $54.20 per hour.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact [email protected]
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