Lactation Consultant - Samaritan Health Services
Corvallis, OR 97330
About the Job
- 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