Overview

The Legacy philosophy centers on patients and their families. Our caregivers embody this philosophy in everything they do—as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers, and educators.

The Lactation Consultant provides assessment, assistance, and support related to infant nutrition, with a focus on breastfeeding, for infants, adult and adolescent mothers, and their families. In this role, you will promote positive health outcomes through education, guidance, and compassionate support during the early stages of infant feeding and maternal care.

Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center is Southwest Washington’s most modern hospital, offering the latest technology in a setting designed for comfort and care for the whole family. We feature innovations in joint replacement, robotic surgery, pelvic health for women, cancer care, intensive care for newborns, neurosurgery, medical care for children and more.

Responsibilities

Provides assessment, assistance, and support of infant nutrition, particularly breastfeeding, to infants, adult and adolescent mothers, and families.
Provides education to staff and physicians, as well as to the community.
Works closely with physicians and staff, and, promotes collaboration and communication.
Participates effectively in the daily operations of both inpatient and outpatient care.

Qualifications

Education:

As required for certification and licensure.
BSN or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Skills:

Demonstrated ability of expert interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community.
Demonstrated ability to teach effectively.
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic health record (EHR) applicable to job responsibilities/functions.

Licensure

IBCLC Certification through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLE) is required.
- Recertification through IBCLE is required every 5 years.
Current state Lactation Consultant license is required for all employees who perform this job in the state of Oregon.
AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you