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Lactation Specialist
The Lactation Specialist provides expert guidance, education, and support to breastfeeding individuals and their families within a state government healthcare facility, public health clinic, or maternal health program. This position involves assessing lactation needs, developing feeding plans, assisting with breastfeeding techniques, and providing evidence-based education to promote maternal and infant health.
Class Code:
THT03I
Job Grade:
SGS04
Special Job Requirements:
Typical Functions:
Assess breastfeeding challenges and provide solutions for latch issues, milk supply concerns, nipple pain, engorgement, and pumping techniques. Educate patients on proper positioning, feeding schedules, and best practices for successful breastfeeding. Provide guidance on breastfeeding after returning to work, pumping, and storing breast milk. Support high-risk populations, including premature infants, mothers with medical conditions, and those experiencing breastfeeding complications. Maintain accurate patient records and document lactation assessments, interventions, and progress notes. Ensure compliance with Arkansas Department of Health regulations, HIPAA, and state and federal breastfeeding policies.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Expertise in breastfeeding techniques, infant nutrition, and lactation management. Ability to evaluate breastfeeding difficulties and develop personalized feeding plans. Strong skills in teaching, coaching, and providing emotional support to parents and caregivers. Ability to use electronic health records (EHR), virtual consultation tools, and educational platforms.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required, plus at least one (1) year of lactation support experience in a hospital, clinic, public health, or maternal health setting.
Required Certificates:
N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Exempt:
N