Lactation Consultant

• JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE
• Provides assessment, assistance, and support of infant nutrition (particularly breastfeeding) as it applies to infants, adults, adolescent mothers and families.
• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Center for Women and Families at GSRMC is a high reliability, team-oriented department serving a diverse population of patients from our three area counties.

The center provides Evidenced Based care to Pediatric, Gynecological, and Obstetrical patients in collaboration with local OB / GYN physicians, Certified Nurse Midwives, Pediatric Hospitalists, Lactation Consultants, and a highly skilled nursing team.

Delivery rate averages 850 births per a year, and a low primary C-section rate validated by national recognition for prevention for the first C-section in collaboration with GSRMC CNM and OB provider groups.

The Center for Women and Families is a member of the Oregon Maternal Data Collaborative, participating in statewide safety initiatives and QI data collection with an active team of nurses who demonstrate a long-term commitment to advancing care and supporting the patient and family throughout the lifespan.

• EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS
• One (1) of the following required :
• Current unencumbered Oregon LPN license and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
• Current unencumbered Oregon Lactation Consultant license.
• Experience or training in computer applications required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Outpatient / Inpatient lactation clinical experience preferred.
• KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
• Time Management : Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

Social Perceptiveness : Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and / or communicating with patients and caregivers.

Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

• Communication : Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely

1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally

11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently

34 - 66% of the time)

Continually

67 100% of the time)

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs

CLIMB - STAIRS

CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

SQUAT Static (hold >

30 sec)

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Overhead : 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

SQUAT Repetitive

ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

REACH - Upward

PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

PULL (0-20 pounds force)

STAND

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

BEND FORWARD at waist

ROTATE TRUNK Standing

REACH - Forward

MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wrists

PINCH Fingers

GRASP Hand / Fist

FINGER DEXTERITY

None specified

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