In-Office Certified Lactation Consultant

2d2 days ago

Mahmee

Los Angeles, US · Full-time · $95,000 – $125,000

About this role

Mahmee is on a mission to make the United States the best place in the world to give birth by providing wraparound pregnancy and postpartum care that treats the whole you. The goal of this role is to deliver quality, compassionate patient care in an office setting to improve breastfeeding outcomes. Mahmee delivers expert-level lactation support and education to families in-hospital and post-discharge.

Conduct lactation consultations in an outpatient clinic for patients with low to moderate-risk issues. Use clinical and critical thinking skills to assess, diagnose, and treat breastfeeding challenges. Counsel patients on techniques and strategies individualized to the family's feeding goals.

Provide lactation support services 7 days a week, primarily Monday-Friday with at least one weekend per month and weekdays off. Collaborate with colleagues and the Lactation Manager on caseload, treatment plans, follow-up, referrals, and challenges. Document all patient care and interactions in the company's EHR.

Mahmee is backed by well-known venture capital investors including Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Mark Cuban, Serena Williams, and Arlan Hamilton. As an equal opportunity employer, Mahmee values diverse experiences and stands for equitable access to career opportunity. Inclusive hiring welcomes individuals of all cultural backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

Active IBCLC Certification
Knowledge of infant feeding behaviors, with emphasis on the first 42 days of life
Knowledge of galactagogue indications and use
Knowledge of symmetrical latching techniques
Knowledge of common breastfeeding challenges in the first 12 months of life
Selecting and using feeding devices such as supplemental nursing systems, nipple shields, bottles, and finger feeding
Conducting maternal and infant assessments to identify feeding challenges
Hands-on latching and positioning instruction

Responsibilities

Conduct lactation consultations in an outpatient clinic setting for patients with low to moderate-risk issues
Use clinical and critical thinking skills to assess, diagnose, and treat breastfeeding challenges
Counsel patients on breastfeeding techniques and strategies, individualized to the family's feeding goals
Construct age-appropriate and sustainable feeding plans that support the health of the dyad and their feeding goals
Utilize and apply company treatment protocols and standards when providing care
Collaborate with colleagues and the Lactation Manager on the patient caseload, treatment plans, patient follow-up, referrals, and challenges
Document all patient care and interactions in the company's EHR
Provide follow-up communication to patients to evaluate or modify existing care plans

Benefits

Backed by well-known venture capital investors including Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Mark Cuban, Serena Williams, and Arlan Hamilton
Values diverse experiences and unique expertise
Commitment to equitable access to career opportunity
Inclusive hiring welcoming individuals of all cultural backgrounds and experiences