Lactation Coordinator

Overview

The Lactation Consultant provides specialized breastfeeding education, clinical lactation support, and individualized guidance to pregnant and postpartum women to promote successful breastfeeding and improve maternal and infant health outcomes. This position delivers services through the Maternal Mobile Health Unit and community-based settings, including home visits when appropriate, to expand access to lactation support for women in rural and underserved communities.

The Lactation Consultant works collaboratively with the Maternal Health APRN, Registered Nurse, Community Health Worker, Conway Regional Home Health team, and community healthcare providers to support mothers throughout pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period. This position focuses on early breastfeeding education, identifying and addressing lactation challenges, promoting breastfeeding success, and connecting mothers with ongoing support and resources to meet their individual feeding goals

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION:

This position is a designated as “Safety Sensitive Position” under Act 593 of the State of Arkansas. An employee who is under the influence of Marijuana constitutes a threat to patients/customers which Conway Regional is responsible for in providing and supporting the delivery health care related services.

Qualifications

Current IBCLC credential preferred.

CLC or other recognized lactation certification required or preferred, depending on the level of clinical responsibility assigned.Proof of high school or equivalent or higher education.

Basic keyboarding skills, preferred.

Clinical experience in lactation support

Completion of a Lactation Specialist or Certified Lactation Counselor course.