Summary
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group is hiring a Breastfeeding Educator in Jeddah. The role provides breastfeeding information, counseling and training to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, including support with common concerns and barriers. Duties also include identifying patient learning needs, preparing educational materials, and assisting with prenatal classes and support groups. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in nursing or nursing education, at least three years of experience in the specialty, and valid MOH and Saudi Council registration.
The posting
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Job Purpose / Objective
Responsible for the delivery of quality orientation, training and educational activities to patients for basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities
- Participate in the process of establishing standards to ensure that breastfeeding training programs are developed in accordance with the overall direction.
- Identify breastfeeding learning needs of patients and participate in setting plans and objectives to meet these needs.
- Design the development and implementation of instructional and reference materials related to breastfeeding.
- Participate in organizing and takes part in seminars / workshops / activities towards enhancing professional development.
- Visit new mothers and provide on regular basis counselling, breastfeeding information and trainings and support new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding.
- Help mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns.
- Respect each participant by keeping her information strictly confidential.
- Attend and assist with prenatal classes and breastfeeding support groups.
- Participate in person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG.
- Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect and dignity.
- Perform other applicable task and duties assigned within the realm of his/ her knowledge, skills and abilities.
Requirements
- Education/ Professional Qualification
Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
Professional - Preferably Nursing / Nursing Education - Experience
Minimum of at least 3 years working experience in same specialty - Professional Licensing / Certification / Training
Valid registration of MOH & Saudi Council