Lactation & Childbirth Educator, Jefferson

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job provides expert care in lactation management according to the International Lactation Consultant Association and the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners Standards of Practice. Serves as an expert consultant to nursing staff, physicians and other health care workers in the management of complex breastfeeding for the mother/infant dyad. Educates expectant and new parents in various aspects of breastfeeding management. Educates expectant and new parents in all aspects of birth preparation and new born care.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practices autonomously to provide expert lactation care and clinical management for inpatient and outpatient breastfeeding dyads. (25%)
• Teaches classes based on evidenced-based practice.  (20%)
• Contributes to the development of OB education programs. (10%)
• Provides education and consultation to patients and health care team members using evidence based practice standards.  (10%)
• Assists with daily operations of the retail lactation center and monitors breastfeeding equipment within the hospital.  (10%)
• Participates in marketing activities related to OB education and lactation services.  (10% )
• Contributes to the achievement of divisional and organizational goals. (5%)
• Contributes to the development and presentation of lactation programs and policies based on facility requirements.  (5%)
• Participates in marketing activities related to Lactation Services. (5%)
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High School/GED
• Certification or actively pursuing certification as childbirth educator through a nationally recognized organization. Acceptable certifications include:
• Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, International Childbirth Education Association -(LCCE)
• Professional Childbirth Educator Certification, Childbirth International - (ICEA)
• Certified Childbirth Educator, Prepared Childbirth Educators - (CBI)
• Childbirth Educator, Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association - (CCE)
• Certified Childbirth Educator - (CAPPA)
• International Board Certification as Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• 3 years Childbirth education
• 3 years Clinical obstetrics and/or birthing center
• 3 years Previous experience as an IBCLC
• 3 years Registered Nurse
• CPR instructor certification if teaching CPR

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
 

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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