Lactation Liaison Consultant

Company Description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description

In this Part Time/Full Time roles, based in East Melbourne, you will be joining our growing lactation service at Epworth Freemasons and be responsible for providing quality care to women, their families and health professionals who seek advice and assistance with the establishment of lactation and breastfeeding management.  You will be part of the Epworth Freemasons Maternity Services team and report to the Postnatal Nurse Unit Manager.         

The Maternity Services department consists of 9 birth suites, 10 bed special care nursery, 34 bed postnatal unit and a 6-bed hospital in the Park Hyatt Hotel and currently accommodates approximately 3,000 births per annum. 

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering an exceptional mother, baby and family experience within the Postnatal Unit in accordance with Epworth HealthCare values
• Preventing, recognise and solve breastfeeding challenges
• Promoting excellence in clinical practice and family centred care
• Promoting and supporting ongoing breastfeeding learning and education for all staff within the maternity unit
• Acting as a resource for patients and staff
• Managing the outpatient breastfeeding service provided by Epworth Freemasons

To be successful in this role…

An excellent communicator and experienced clinical leader, you have an empathetic, supportive and engaging style that enables you to easily build rapport with the team, medical staff, patients and their families.  You are highly accountable and place the patient at the heart of all your decisions.  Flexibility in your thinking, patience and the ability to manage multiple priorities is vital to your success.

You Will Have

• Current unrestricted nursing and midwifery registration with AHPRA
• Hold an up to date International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) qualification
• Experience with the unique feeding needs and capabilities of the sick or pre-term infant
• Contemporary knowledge of best practice in maternity and newborn nursing care, lactation consultancy and the patient journey

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

About Epworth Freemasons

Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world-class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.

Epworth Freemasons has recently upgraded and expanded its operating theatres and admissions facilities, along with major refurbishments of patient rooms and building infrastructure.

Additional Information

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact talent@epworth.org.au or call (03) 9426 0606.

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.