Lactation Specialist - Certified

Company: Harris Regional Hospital
Location: Sylva
Posted on: April 22, 2024

Job Description:

Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed acute care facility, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women's care, and emergency medicine, as well as sports medicine, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory services, and many other areas of subspecialty care. -Where We Are: Located in western North Carolina, picturesque Sylva offers local restaurants, stores, & breweries with convenient access to Asheville & the Blue Ridge Parkway. The landscape is highlighted by waterfalls, rocky peaks and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing opportunities for whitewater rafting, hiking, and biking throughout the region. Sylva is home to Southwestern Community College and Western Carolina University, a mid-size four-year public college offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, located 5 miles away in Cullowhee. Both Asheville, NC, and Gatlinburg, TN, are just 50 miles away and Atlanta, GA is 150 miles from Sylva.Why Choose Us: - - -Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees - - -Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees - - -Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance - - -Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants - - -Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare - - -And much more--- POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lactation Education Specialist serves as a member of the health care team with advanced study and training in the physiology and management of lactation. -The Lactation Education Specialist provides support and education to breastfeeding families, staff and other health care providers in all areas of lactation management. -The overall goal of the Lactation Education Specialist, is to enable mothers and families to make informed infant feeding choices, initiate and maintain lactation, overcome obstacles, prevent premature weaning and enhance maternal role satisfaction.QUALIFICATIONS:
Current certification as a Breastfeeding Specialist -
Degree in health related field is preferred.
Current BLS -
Obtain IBLCC certification within 12 months of hire.
The above certifications must be maintained in order to work. -Must be a self-motivator, autonomous and have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds.
2. Ability to see colors, see at least 1 mm squares.
3. Ability to reach overhead.
4. Ability to remain calm, continue to function effectively and develop priorities during stressful situations.
5. Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal media.
6. Ability to move and operate equipment and carry supplies.
7. Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.EEOC Statement: Harris Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. - -Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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