Lactation Consultant jobs in Austin, TX

Openings forPRN position available for current International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC). Position entails providing breastfeeding support and education to families in both the outpatient and inpatient setting, telephone triage and teaching classes in our dynamic, fast-growing breastfeeding clinic.

Job Description

• Performs initial and on-going assessments of the patient's lactation goals and issues.
• Develops evidence-based feeding plans that address the mother and infant's feeding issues.
• Maintains knowledge of current lactation theories and research.
• Communicates written plan of care to client's health care provider.
• Plans, assists with, teaches and/or evaluates classes for expectant and new breastfeeding mothers.
• Promotes and facilitates learning for staff and patients.
• Maintains the highest professional standards with staff, physicians and patients.
• Plans, organizes and delivers lactation management services to all breastfeeding patients.
• Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Is timely to work and adheres to scheduling protocols, absenteeism and tardiness as outlined in Employee Manual.
• Conducts follow-up phone calls, prospecting phone calls to both clients and healthcare professionals.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.
• Completes work in a timely fashion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Current IBCLC certification
• Current BLS certification
• Must carry malpractice insurance
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Self-motivated and self-directed; able to work without supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), Google Drive
• Able to work in a team environment

FEATURED BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits (full-time only)
• Closed Major Holidays
• Paid Time Off (up to 120 hours PTO per year, excludes PRN)
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Malpractice Insurance (after one year of employment)
• Weekly Training/Education
• Flexible Schedule
• $4/hour Weekend Shift Differential
• Competitive Pay (based on credentials and experience)
• Guaranteed Hours (excludes PRN)

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• IBCLC certificate (Required)
• RN certificate (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• IBCLC (Required)

Work Location: In person