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How much do virtual lactation consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual lactation consultant 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 is a virtual lactation consultant?

A Virtual Lactation Consultant provides remote breastfeeding support, education, and guidance to new parents via video calls, phone, or messaging. They assess latch issues, milk supply concerns, pumping strategies, and other nursing challenges. This role allows lactation consultants to assist families from the comfort of their homes, offering flexible and accessible care. Many virtual consultants are certified IBCLCs (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants) or have other relevant credentials.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a virtual lactation consultant?

As a Virtual Lactation Consultant, your daily tasks typically include conducting video consultations with clients to assess breastfeeding techniques and troubleshoot issues, documenting sessions in secure digital health platforms, and providing follow-up support via messaging or online portals. You may also create educational materials, collaborate with pediatricians or other healthcare professionals, and participate in virtual team meetings. The role requires the ability to manage a flexible schedule across different time zones and respond promptly to clients’ questions. These responsibilities ensure you deliver comprehensive, accessible guidance to families regardless of their location.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a virtual lactation consultant?

To thrive as a Virtual Lactation Consultant, you need in-depth knowledge of lactation support, breastfeeding challenges, and maternal-child health, typically supported by an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) certification. Comfort with telehealth platforms, secure video conferencing tools, and electronic documentation systems is also important. Strong active listening, clear communication, and cultural sensitivity are exceptional soft skills for building trust with diverse families remotely. These abilities enable consultants to provide effective, personalized guidance and support for clients in a virtual environment.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Lactation Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 52% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 46% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,430 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

Lactation Consultant - Mother Baby / PRN

Mercy

Oklahoma City, OK

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Mercy rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

614th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Position Details:

PRN position (as needed)

Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City - Memorial Rd

Mother Baby

We are high-paced, high-energy unit specializing in Obstetrics and Mother Baby, Well Newborn Care along Post Women’s Surgical unit. Within our unit we have:

  • 40-MB rooms

  • 15-LDR rooms 

  • 14-High Risk Antepartum

  • 8-bed OBED unit

  • 4-LIBC Birthing Suites

  • 4-Pre Post Rooms 

  • 3-OR suites (where we circulate all of our own cases)

Within our unit we also have full-time Lactation Consultants who see both inpatient and outpatients. Mercy OKC is the leading delivering hospital in Oklahoma City and second leading in the Ministry. Our teams offer a comprehensive suite of services at the Love Family's Women's Center.

 CLICK HERE for a virtual tour of the NEW Love Family Women's Center

Overview:

Provides lactation support, education, and assistance to mothers and families. Initiates and maintains regular contact with mothers throughout the baby's hospital stay to help support their breastfeeding experience. Provides post-discharge outpatient care and services through coordination with Family Resource Center and Outpatient Lactation Services. Serves as a clinical and education resources related to lactation or hospital co-workers. Works closely with staff to facilitate provisions of lactation support services and education throughout Mercy. Represents Mercy at community activities, outreach, and educational programs. Must have flexibility in scheduling to assure required contact with patients. Awareness of direct patient care activities for neonatal age groups to include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Coordinates patient care activities with nursing and ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program

  • Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.

  • Physical requirements/demands: Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

  • Certifications: Certification as a Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) must be obtained within two years of date of hire or transfer. Must have a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Care or complete a course within their probation period. 

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chesterfield, MO, US

Year founded

1827

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