Childbirth Educator

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Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

Position Overview:

Prepares expectant mothers and support person for childbirth. Uses appropriate teaching principles and adult learning methods to deliver information on a variety of perinatal topics, including pregnancy, labor, comfort measures and pain management, delivery, cesarean birth (C-section), birthing alternatives, postpartum, baby care, and tools to use during childbirth. Increases consumers'/patients' awareness of the support services, learning opportunities, and resources that Sutter Health offers. Collaborates with peers and other healthcare providers to ensure classes are relevant and responsive to a diverse customer population, as well as meets department needs. Fosters a professional and collaborative relationship between women, their support groups, and health care professionals.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

Bachelor's: Healthcare related field or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

CCE-Certified Childbirth Educator (Preferred)

• OR CD-Certified Birth Doula (DONA International)
• OR CLD-Certified Labor Doula (CAPPA-Childbirth & Postpartum Professional Association)
• OR ICBD-International Certified Birth Doula (ICEA-International Childbirth Education Association)
• OR CLD-Certified Labor Doula (Childbirth International)
• OR CPD-Certified Postpartum Doula, from one of the following:
• ProDoula
• Birth Arts International
• International Doula Institute

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1 year recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Demonstrated knowledge of the child birthing process with a basic understanding of medical terminology, current trends in childbirth issues and practices, comfort measures/pain management, patient safety and privacy, and local/state/federal regulations.

Proven teaching and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly and professionally communicate complex or sensitive information to diverse audiences.

Basic knowledge of word processing, presentation, and email software, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized guidelines to complete tasks with little supervision.

Identify and evaluate routine or standard problems, then select appropriate solution from established options.

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.

Work independently as well as be part of the team, while accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Travel in accordance with job requirements, including availability to teach classes on the weekend as needed.

Develop collaborative relationships to coordinate efforts and to address the expectation of the physicians, midwives, nurses, support, and management staff.

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $46.43 to $64.99 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.