Lactation Consultant - Part-Time

1w1 week ago

Sentara Health

Richmond, US · Part-time · $35,000 – $50,000

About this role

Sentara RMH Medical Center is seeking a part-time Lactation Consultant to help breastfeeding women and their families define and achieve their breastfeeding goals through evidence-based care, customer service, and cultural sensitivity.

The Lactation Consultant provides breastfeeding education to other healthcare team members and maintains clinical knowledge to meet practice standards required by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. This role involves assessing breastfeeding dyads and supporting mothers in the postpartum setting.

Sentara RMH is a Magnet designated 238-bed hospital serving a seven-county area with approximately 1,800 deliveries annually. The hospital has been part of the Harrisonburg community since 1912 and joined Sentara Health in 2011, offering a collaborative and caring workplace environment.

Part-time colleagues enjoy comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance, student debt pay-down, and certification reimbursement. Sentara Health provides opportunities for professional development and continuing education, supporting career growth within a large health system.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing (Required)
Master's degree in Nursing (Preferred)
IBCLC certification within 2 years of hire (Required)
Mother/Baby or Postpartum experience (Preferred)
Labor & Delivery experience (Preferred)
At least 2 years of relevant experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Help breastfeeding women and their families define and achieve their breastfeeding goals
Provide evidence-based care with cultural sensitivity and excellent customer service
Deliver breastfeeding education to other healthcare professional team members
Maintain clinical knowledge and skills to meet IBLCE lactation practice standards
Assess breastfeeding dyads and assist with latch, positioning, and milk supply issues
Document patient interactions and develop individualized care plans
Collaborate with nursing staff and providers to support breastfeeding continuity

Benefits

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Medical, Dental, Vision plans