Hobart, TAS, Australia, ****
Permanent
Closing on: Jul *******
Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Calvary Lenah Valley Hospital – Maternity Unit
Permanent or Casual | Negotiable Hours | 5‐Day‐Per‐Week Clinic
Calvary Lenah Valley Maternity Unit is seeking a passionate and skilled
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
to join our dedicated breastfeeding support team.
This position forms part of a
job‐share arrangement
, working collaboratively with our
experienced Lactation Consultants
to deliver high‐quality, family‐centred care.
We offer
adaptable, negotiable hours
across our
Monday–Friday lactation clinic
, supporting both
inpatients and outpatients
.
Whether you are seeking a permanent role or casual work, we welcome your application.
About the Role
As a Lactation Consultant within our BFHI‐accredited private hospital, you will provide advanced, evidence‐based lactation care that supports families in achieving their feeding goals.
You will work closely with maternity, neonatal, and medical teams to ensure care is consistent, compassionate, and aligned with BFHI principles.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive lactation assessments and develop individualised feeding plans
Provide support for complex breastfeeding challenges
Deliver antenatal and postnatal breastfeeding education
Facilitate breastfeeding classes,



workshops, and support groups
Ensure all practice aligns with BFHI standards and the WHO/UNICEF Ten Steps
Participate in BFHI audits, quality improvement, and policy development
Collaborate with midwives, nurses, obstetricians, paediatricians, and neonatologists
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
What You Bring
Essential:
Current
IBCLC certification
Experience in maternity, neonatal, or maternal–infant health
Strong understanding of BFHI standards
Excellent communication, assessment, and problem‐solving skills
Ability to work independently within a private hospital environment
Desirable:
Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife qualification
Experience in a BFHI‐accredited facility
Experience delivering parent education programs
Understanding of private hospital workflows
Why Join Us?
Supportive, collaborative team of Lactation Consultants
Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on family wellbeing
Work within a respected, BFHI‐accredited private hospital
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and quality improvement
If you are an IBCLC committed to evidence‐based practice, family‐centred care, and working as part of a supportive job‐share team, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Lactation Consultant (Hobart)
🏢 Calvary
📍 Hobart