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Hourly Ibclc Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Per Diem / On-Call Hourly Pay: $5/hour for on-call hours, $20-25/hr (licensure-dependent) for ... Lactation training or certification (IBCLC, CLC, CLE, CLS) * Completion of an AABC-approved Birth ...

Birth Assistant

Chaska, MN · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Per Diem / On-Call Hourly Pay: $5/hour for on-call hours, $20-25/hr (licensure-dependent) for ... Lactation training or certification (IBCLC, CLC, CLE, CLS) * Completion of an AABC-approved Birth ...

$7.25 - $50/hr

Non-Merit Grade Salary: $7.25 - $50.00 Hourly Time Type: Part time Health Department: Kentucky ... IBCLC, CLC, LC, Registered Dietitian/Certified Nutritionist, nurse, etc) per Breastfeeding Peer ...

Lactation Consultant

Arlington, VA · On-site

$42.62 - $69.04/hr

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required. Licensed as a Registered Nurse ... The compensation offered for this positionwhether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rateis ...

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required. Licensed as a Registered Nurse ... The compensation offered for this position-whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate-is ...

$37.12 - $50.11/hr

Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will ... Will be required to complete IBCLC training within 2 years of hire. Strong clinical background in ...

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How much do hourly ibclc jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly ibclc in the United States is $41.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.33 and $49.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges an hourly IBCLC might face in a hospital or clinical setting?

As an hourly IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant), you may encounter challenges such as fluctuating patient volumes, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and managing time effectively within limited shifts. You might also need to quickly build rapport with new mothers and families during brief interactions, often in high-stress or sensitive situations. Adapting to varying schedules and ensuring consistent communication with other caregivers are key aspects of the role, but these experiences can also strengthen your clinical expertise and teamwork skills.

What is the difference between Hourly Ibclc vs Lactation Consultant?

AspectHourly IbclcLactation Consultant
CertificationsIBCLC certification, often paid hourlyIBCLC certification, may work hourly or salaried
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, private practiceHospitals, community health, private practice
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities, lactation centersHealthcare, maternal health organizations

Both roles require IBCLC certification and involve supporting breastfeeding mothers. An Hourly Ibclc typically works on an hourly basis in healthcare settings, providing flexible support, while Lactation Consultants may work in similar environments but can also be employed in community programs or private practices. The main difference lies in employment structure and work setting, but both focus on breastfeeding support and maternal health.

What is an hourly IBCLC?

An Hourly IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) is a healthcare professional who specializes in providing lactation support and breastfeeding guidance on an hourly basis. They are certified experts who help parents with breastfeeding challenges, education, and personalized care plans. Hourly IBCLCs may work in hospitals, clinics, or as private consultants, and are often hired for specific appointments or sessions rather than salaried positions. Their services include helping with latch issues, milk supply concerns, and providing evidence-based breastfeeding education.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an hourly IBCLC, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Hourly IBCLC, you need deep knowledge of lactation science, infant feeding, and postpartum care, along with current IBCLC certification. Familiarity with electronic health records, telehealth platforms, and breastfeeding assessment tools is typically required. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication skills help build trust with diverse families and support effective education. These skills and qualifications are essential to provide evidence-based lactation care, ensure compliance with healthcare standards, and foster positive breastfeeding outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Hourly Ibclc job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,430 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

Lactation Registered Nurse Specialist (RN) 4D/Obstetrics/Post-Partum

Northwell Health

Staten Island, NY

Full-time

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Job description

Job Description

Educates and assists breastfeeding mothers and families to foster a successful breastfeeding experience. Provides direct and indirect patient care as well as serving as a resource for other members of the healthcare team. Ensures implementation of effective family-centered breastfeeding program by ongoing collaboration with pediatricians, neonatologists, obstetricians, and nursing staff; promotes breastfeeding and educates the community in prenatal and postpartum periods. Provides physical and psychosocial support, education, and discharge planning during childbirth hospitalization.

Job Responsibility

  • Performs and documents initial and ongoing breastfeeding assessment including spiritual and cultural needs; prioritizes data collection based on the patient's immediate condition or needs including spiritual and cultural needs.
  • Identifies actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses derived from assessment data, and indicates expected outcomes; reviews physician's orders with registered nurse to determine contraindicated medications for breastfeeding mothers.
  • Reassesses patients and reports significant breast changes, bonding concerns, mood alterations, etc. to registered nurse in charge of unit and to obstetrician and/or pediatrician, as appropriate; identifies expected breastfeeding outcomes which are measurable, realistic and attainable in relation to resources available.
  • Identifies expected breastfeeding outcomes which are measurable, realistic and attainable in relation to resources available.
  • Works with staff registered nurse to achieve maximum breastfeeding outcomes; teaches prenatal breastfeeding classes to expectant parents; facilitates post-discharge breastfeeding support group for breastfeeding women in the community.
  • Provides education to maternal-child staff to reinforce and update knowledge regarding lactation process and techniques in formal in-service setting.
  • Performs performance improvement activities related to breastfeeding indicators including analysis of data and implementing/evaluating process improvement programs.
  • Reviews, revises, and develops maternal-child department policies and procedures relating to the breastfeeding program.
  • Maintains a telephone "warm line" to answer questions and concerns of breastfeeding mothers in the community; reviews and evaluates breastfeeding products, videos, literature, and equipment keeping in mind the need for cost containment.
  • Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required. Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required.
  • Certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), required.
  • 5-7 years of technical experience and 0-2 years of leadership / management experience, required.


*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).


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