Lactation Consultant

  • Corvallis
  • Samaritan Health Services
  • 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)
      SIT
      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