Program Coordinator (Lactation Coordinator) - College of Medicine, Academic Internal Medicine

Program Coordinator (Lactation Coordinator) - College of Medicine, Academic Internal Medicine

Hiring Department: College of Medicine, DOM Academic Internal Medicine & Geriatrics

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1026743

Posting Close Date: 9/20/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

UIC is seeking a Program Coordinator (Lactation Coordinator) to join our College of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Academic Internal Medicine & Geriatrics team. This role is responsible for providing consultation and direct patient lactation care to patients, family members and nursing as well as post-discharge education. The Lactation Coordinator's strive to improve patient outcomes and increase patient experience.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides lactation support and assessment to the antepartum, laboring and postpartum woman which includes but is not limited to education, latch assistance, assessment of milk transfer and pumping assistance.
• Provides lactation support and assessment patients and their parents
• Supports the lactation consultant with planning and implementing breastfeeding promotion activities and staff education
• Leads breastfeeding support groups
• Monitors and responds to patient calls and emails as appropriate
• Assists in maintenance and ordering of lactation supplies and equipment
• Is a member of the prenatal breastfeeding class teaching team
• Effectively communicates lactation assessment, interventions and plans to others through written and oral means.
• Responds appropriately to requests for assistance from all inpatient and outpatient areas
• Assists with administrative responsibilities of lactation services, as appropriate
• Assists in the management and storage of human milk throughout the house
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. A total of 1 year of professional Lactation Counseling experience
3. Current certification as one of the following: Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC), or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.


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