Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Are you a certified IBCLC with a passion for supporting families on their feeding journeys? Join our respected Lactation Consultant team, where your expertise will truly make a difference. Youll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, trusted by our nursing, obstetrics, pediatrics, and NICU teams. Why Join Us? As a valued member of the lactation team, you will: Provide compassionate, in-patient care that helps families confidently begin and continue breastfeeding

Work at the top of your certification while enjoying a healthy work-life balance

Collaborate with experienced, supportive colleagues who are committed to professional growth and shared learning

Where Youll Work: Youll serve families at UNC Rex Raleigh , providing lactation care across: Postpartum units

Labor & Delivery

NICU

Position Highlights: Ideal for non-nurses with certified lactation experience

Full-time day shift position

Minimum 36 hours/week (three 12-hour shifts or four 9-hour shifts)

Weekend requirement: At least four weekend shifts per 6-week schedule

Holiday coverage required

Who Were Looking For: Were seeking a certified IBCLC who is: Passionate about family education and infant feeding support

Flexible, dependable, and team-oriented

Skilled in clinical assessment and culturally inclusive care

Eager to work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment

Join us and be part of a team thats changing lives-one family at a time.

We cant wait to meet you! Summary The Lactation Consultant provides clinical assessment, care, education, and support to breastfeeding mothers in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role collaborates closely with nursing and medical staff to ensure optimal care for both the breastfeeding mother and infant. Responsibilities Breastfeeding Assessment & Support

Evaluate breastfeeding effectiveness and provide appropriate interventions and education to prevent or address feeding challenges.

Support for Non-Breastfeeding Infants

Assist mothers of infants unable to breastfeed in establishing and maintaining milk supply, including proper storage and handling of expressed milk.

Collaborative Care

Work with primary care providers and healthcare teams to implement feeding interventions tailored to the medical needs of the infant and/or mother.

Education & Training

Deliver breastfeeding education to patients, hospital staff, and community partners. Participate in ongoing training and outreach efforts.

Post-Discharge Support

Offer continued breastfeeding support after discharge through phone consultations, in-person follow-ups, and coordination with outpatient care providers.

Qualifications Education Associates degree required

Licensure/Certification Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire

Experience Minimum of six (6) months of experience in breastfeeding and lactation support

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong clinical assessment skills

Excellent communication and teaching abilities

Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines

Commitment to culturally sensitive, inclusive care

Other Information Job Details Legal Employer: NCHEALTH Entity: UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit: Rex Lactation Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $24.73 - $35.56 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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