Lactation Consultant

Department Overview

The OHSU Division of Geriatrics and Internal Medicine is seeking a Certified Lactation Specialist to join an innovative, multidisciplinary team of clinicians and researchers implementing the CTN-157 Digitally Enhanced Peer Doula Program.

 

This is a .30 FTE position with a daytime schedule and may include weekend or evening hours. This position will be a hybrid assignment including both remote and in-person activities. 

Function/Duties of Position

This groundbreaking program develops and pilot-tests interventions designed to support pregnant individuals with substance use disorder (SUD), particularly those who are not currently engaged in treatment or referred during healthcare encounters (e.g., emergency departments, hospital admissions, etc.).

 

The Lactation Specialist will be a certified lactation specialist that will help to ensure that the initial mother-baby bond of breastfeeding is set up for the highest chance of success possible. In addition, they will offer important help to participants who are pregnant who may have concerns about breastfeeding before delivery. They will also offer support to new mothers participating in the program, providing both educational and clinical support. The Lactation Specialist will closely collaborate with peers with lived experience, clinicians, and researchers to improve maternal–infant health outcomes.

 

The ideal candidate will bring experience across integrated medical and behavioral health settings, demonstrate commitment to serving underserved and vulnerable populations, and has experience providing lactation support to individuals affected by substance use disorders.

Required Qualifications

• BS in nursing, health education or relevant field Three (3) years of work experience preferably in a health care setting providing nursing or medical support
• Experience in providing integrative care with a track record of working with teams of health care providers
• and support staff from different disciplines.
• Three (3) years supervised clinical hours working with breastfeeding mothers and infants.  
• Demonstrated experience working with individuals with substance use disorder
• License from an accredited training program; Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• RN, BSN or equivalent in nursing
• IBCLC certification exam, which covers topics such as breastfeeding anatomy, physiology, assessment, and counseling or equivalent

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.