Lactation Specialist, per diem at Cooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH) in Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.



Accolades and Recognition

Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:

• Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 5-star rating


• The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Beacon Award for Excellence


• Human Rights Campaign Foundation LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader designation


• The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)


• Baby-Friendly USA designated Baby-Friendly Hospital

Under the direction of the Manager of the Childbirth Center and within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures, responsible for providing lactation instruction to group classes, and individual lessons for postpartum families.



Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required


• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Cooley Dickinson Health Care to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cooley Dickinson Health Care will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.


Cooley Dickinson Health Care embraces diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, and encourages people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ candidates, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply. Apply Now