Join Our Team as a Community Lactation Care Provider! We’re excited to launch our pilot Community Lactation
Care Provider Program, designed to expand access to culturally affirming, evidence-based lactation support
within healthcare clinics. This innovative initiative aims to strengthen community-centered care and ensure that
families receive the guidance they need in a supportive environment.
We are seeking a licensed Lactation Care Provider (LCP) to join our team and provide direct support to prenatal
and postpartum families in partnership with an assigned clinic.
Position Overview:
The contractor will work on-site at designated clinics in Dona Ana County to deliver lactation group education,
provide patient consultations, and collaborate closely with clinic providers and staff. This role is ideal for
someone who is passionate about increasing access to lactation care and enjoys working in a collaborative
clinical environment. The contractor will be supervised by NMBTF’s Clinical Development Specialist.
Key Responsibilities:
● Provide lactation support services at the assigned clinic, including prenatal and postpartum group
classes.
● Work with the Clinical Development Specialist and partner clinic to create a patient schedule.
● Conduct patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and provide appropriate follow-up.
● Refer patients to appropriate lactation or healthcare professionals when needs fall outside the
contractor’s scope of practice.
● Deliver care using evidence-based information and within the boundaries of the contractor’s
professional license and credentials.
● Maintain accurate, timely patient charting and comply with HIPAA and clinic documentation
requirements.
● Carry and maintain personal professional liability insurance. (NMBTF can offer a stipend to offset cost)
● Maintain required vaccinations and health clearances in accordance with clinic healthcare standards.
● Build positive, collaborative relationships with clinic providers, staff, and the NMBTF team to support the
success of the pilot program.

Qualifications:
● Current certification as a Lactation Care Provider (e.g., IBCLC, CLC, CBS, ILC or MLC)
● Current NM licensure as a Lactation Care Provider(Or in process of obtaining through NMBON)
● Experience providing direct lactation education and clinical support to families.
● Ability to work independently within a clinical setting while collaborating effectively with the clinic team
and NMBTF supervisor.
● Strong communication, cultural humility, and patient engagement skills.
● Commitment to evidence-based practice and equitable access to lactation care.
● English/Spanish speaking is preferred.
● Must live in Dona Ana County
● Must carry current liability insurance and remain in good standing with credentialing and certifying
500 Marquette Ave. NW, Ste. 280
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 565-5810
www.breastfeedingnm.org

bodies. (NMBTF can offer a stipend to offset costs of insurance)

To Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and passion for this role to
contact@breastfeedingnm.org
References: Please include at least two references with contact information
Note: This is an independent contractor providing professional services to NMBTF. Contract position requires
some travel, reliable transportation and a driver's license required.
Compensation: $45 per hour, up to 40 hours a month. Please note that the hourly rate is fixed and
non-negotiable.