In-Home Certified Lactation Consultant I & II

Mahmee is on a mission to make the United States the best place in the world to give birth by providing wraparound pregnancy and postpartum care that treats the whole you! Mahmee's overarching goal with infant feeding is to deliver expert-level lactation support and education to families in-hospital and post-discharge. While promoting breastfeeding remains a primary objective, we are committed to respecting a family's right to choose the best feeding method for them.Mahmee is backed by some of the most well-known venture capital investors in the world, including Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Mark Cuban, Serena Williams, and Arlan Hamilton, among others.We provide lactation support services seven days a week.The goal of this role is to deliver quality, compassionate bedside patient care in an in-home setting to improve breastfeeding outcomes.To accomplish this goal, you’ll need knowledge in:Breastfeeding support and guidance for infants from birth through one year of lifeEvidence-based indications for infant feeding supplementationMilk collection, handling, and storage guidelinesBreastfeeding management strategies for patients of low-risk to high-risk issuesOperation of various brands of breast pumps and their indications for useKnowledge of normal and abnormal infant feeding behaviors and sleep patternsKnowledge of galactagogues and nutrition requirements to support lactationThorough understanding of the challenges and needs of high-risk patientsUnderstanding of common feeding challenges of dyads with complex medical situations such as SGA, pre-term delivery, hyperbilirubinemia, IUGR, IGT, and low/high milk productionLatching and positioning instructionUnderstanding the negative impacts of triple feeding plansKnowledge of various cultural practices, especially during lactation and the postpartum periodYou must have all of these skills:Performing maternal and infant assessments to identify breastfeeding challenges and conditions requiring medical treatmentProviding non-judgmental, compassionate care, with excellent bedside manner and cultural humilityAssessing feeding and milk transfer using an infant scaleStrong clinical skills combined with critical thinking abilitiesProviding hands-on instruction on latch and positioning techniquesAble to 'read the room' and exercise judgment in unusual or stressful situationsProficiency in selecting and using feeding devices such as supplemental nursing systems, nipple shields, and finger feeding to improve health outcomesSkilled at communicating treatment plans and rationale to patients, colleagues, support persons, and care providersAbility to prioritize and manage workloadCounseling skillsYour responsibilities include but are not limited to:Travel to patient homes in the Greater Los Angeles area to provide clinical lactation careConduct lactation consultations in patient homes using clinical strategies to solve common breastfeeding issues in the first 12 months of lifeUse clinical and critical thinking skills to assess, diagnose, and treat breastfeeding challengesConstruct age-appropriate and sustainable feeding plans that support the health of the dyad and their feeding goals while prioritizing the patient's comfort and experienceEducate and instruct families on human milk storage and handling guidelines, the use of feeding devices, and various models of breast pumpsCollaborate with colleagues and the Lactation Manager on the patient caseload, treatment plans, patient follow-up, referrals, and challenges identifiedDocument all patient care and interactions in the company's EHRCounsel patients on breastfeeding techniques and strategies, individualized to the dyad's unique feeding goalsAs part of an interdisciplinary team, make appropriate referrals to MDs, ENTs, breast specialists, occupational and physical therapists, pedodontists, and other identified medical professionals to address breastfeeding concernsRequirement:Active IBCLC CertificationMahmee’s Commitment as an Equal Opportunity EmployerMahmee values diverse experiences. If you have important skills that we haven't listed here, please don’t hesitate to apply and tell us more about your unique expertise. Just like we fight for equitable access to healthcare, we also stand for equitable access to career opportunity. Inclusive hiring is incredibly important to our organization, and we welcome individuals of all cultural backgrounds and experiences to apply to our open positions. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people, veterans, and people with disabilities.

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