This is a FT Lactation Consultant position at Providence St John's Health Center, in Santa Monica, CA. Multiple FT positions and shifts (Day and evening) depending on availability.
The Lactation Consultant (LC) is supervised by the Manager of Mother-Baby Unit. The LC is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the breastfeeding assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The position serves as a lead consultant that will provide breast-feeding education and assistance to in-patients and outpatients. The consultant will also provide education to nursing staff. This will ensure that consistent support is available to all patients.
Providence Saint John's Health Center has been recognized as a Magnet® hospital in 2025 —a prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which recognizes organizations that provide the highest-quality care. Only 9.96% of U.S. hospitals earn Magnet® recognition, which means that only 1% of U.S. hospitals are four times designated. We are also recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 17 types of care by U.S. News & World Report and honored by Newsweek and Healthgrades for exceptional clinical quality. Be a part of our distinguished team dedicated to excellence in patient care.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Saint Johns Health Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Coursework/Training: Keep up to date on continuing education credits by the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA) to maintain IBCLC status.
- Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
- Upon hire: International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
- 2 years of experience as an In-patient Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
- 2 years of experience in an inpatient Postpartum, newborn or couplet care setting [willing to be trained to function in a Neonatal Intensive care unit (NICU) setting].
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Skills Required
- Maintain IBCLC status through ongoing ILCA continuing education credits.
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) upon hire.
- National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
- 2 years experience as an inpatient Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
- 2 years experience in an inpatient postpartum, newborn, or couplet care setting (willingness to train for NICU functions).
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision, with robust mental health support including up to 25 free therapy sessions and a well‑being platform. Additional resources like caregiver assistance and plan assistance can bolster access and overall health support depending on location and eligibility.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match and an additional discretionary contribution, plus a student‑debt retirement savings match, provide meaningful long‑term savings support. Planning tools and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility further strengthen the financial security package.
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Parental & Family Support — Back‑up child and elder care through Bright Horizons and paid parental leave offer practical support for caregiving needs. Relocation assistance and other family‑oriented resources complement the core benefits where available.
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