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Provide information, education, and resources that will prepare the participating patient and the family for the birth process
Initiate contact with participating patients following enrollment
Attend prenatal appointments with participating patients when appropriate
Provide labor & delivery and post-partum support to participating patients
Provide on-going support and information to participating patients
Collaborate effectively with ambulatory and hospital teammates and clinicians
Assist families in initiating and strengthening the parent-child relationship
Maintain appropriate documentation of all participating patient encounters in the electronic medical record
Flexible scheduling, including on-call coverage, to attend births of assigned participating patients
Provide back-up assistance to other doulas
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures
Requirements:
Completion of an approved training and/or certification program
Associate’s Degree
Typically requires at least two years of relevant childbirth or women’s health experience
Mother/baby in a maternal health setting and/or previous experience as a doula
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
Knowledge of childbirth techniques, positioning, and comfort measures
Ability to collaborate with care team
Ability to learn about and work with community agencies
Knowledge of breastfeeding support
Computer skills required
Ability to travel between different sites of care, including ambulatory clinics and hospitals
May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases
Availability to be on-call as needed
Flexible hours to meet participating patients’ needs
Nice to have:
Bachelor's Degree
Certified Lactation Counselor
What we offer:
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance