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Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
The Lactation Consultant will provide expert nursing care to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and monitor the care of lactating couplets in multiple units within University of Michigan Health, primarily in Von Voigtlander Women?s Hospital (VVWH) and C.W. Mott Childrens Hospital. VVWH is a dynamic 53-bed hospital, home to obstetric services in the Childrens and Womens building. VVWH performs 5,300+ deliveries per year. While many of these deliveries are routine and uncomplicated, we are uniquely qualified to handle cases that are complicated by maternal or fetal high-risk conditions. VVWH is a Level III Perinatal Center ? which means we have specialists available around the clock to care for both maternal and neonatal emergencies and high-risk patients ? as well as caring for those with low-risk pregnancies wishing for a "low intervention" labor and delivery process. We are staffed by a diverse group of professionals, including Certified Nurse Midwives, Obstetricians, Family Practice Physicians, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists, Professional Registered Nurses, and ancillary staff. We are honored to assist families from Michigan ? as well as from across the country ? in their care during this important time in their lives. As part of our philosophy of care, we are committed to providing family-centered care. This is the delivery of safe, satisfying, quality health care which meets the psychosocial needs of the family. It is a cooperative effort of families and caregivers which recognizes the strength and integrity of the family.
The perinatal team exists to provide families with safe, satisfying, family-centered health care within the childbearing continuum. We are guided by values of caring, teamwork, integrity, innovation, and excellence
Responsibilities*
- Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and monitor the care of lactating couplets in Von Voigtlander Womens Hospital (VVWH), Brandon Newborn ICU, Mott Hospital acute care and ICU Pediatric Units, Childrens Emergency Services, Adult University Hospital/Cardiovascular Center Units, Adult Emergency Services, and the Lactation Consultant Outpatient Clinic(s).
- Provide expert lactation consultative services, and act as a primary resource to all members of the health care teams within the University of Michigan Health System.
- Document patient care utilizing established templates.
- Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of lactation standards and practices within VVWH (and elsewhere as designated), consistent with current evidence.
- Provide leadership for lactation practice updates and changes.
- Investigate, design, develop, evaluate and modify patient education materials as necessary to maintain current, evidence-based information.
- Design and evaluate the effectiveness of parent discharge education materials in various media formats.
- Participate in planning, facilitating and conducting lactation education (e.g. orientation, inservices, conferences, workshops) for staff, students and other health care professionals.
- Provide lactation continuing education workshops, inservices and classes for UMH nurses and providers in both formal and informal settings for Von Voigtlander Women?s Hospital, Brandon Newborn ICU, Mott Hospital, and School of Nursing.
- Implement strategies to develop and improve the lactation knowledge and practices of VVWH/UMH staff; measure effectiveness.
- Execute consultation and act as a resource for questions related to medications, breast-milk, and lactation both on the medical campus and in the community.
- Provide community support via phone consultation when patients call with lactation questions after they are discharged from the hospital.
- Provide patients appropriate referral to additional medical resources for complex problem solving.
- Lead the development and maintenance of quality assurance and performance improvement programs and activities related to lactation.
- Assist in the collection of data for research studies.
- Represents the VVWH at committees/forums related to lactation care as requested.
Supervision: General supervision is received from VVWH Nursing Supervisors and Clinical Nursing Director. Functional supervision is typically exercised over framework RNs, Allied Health and other support staff.
The primary function of this role is Lactation Consultant in Michigan Medicine
Required Qualifications*
Required Educational Requirement; applicant must meet one of the following:
Bachelors degree in Nursing OR
Associates degree or diploma in Nursing and a Masters degree or higher in Nursing
- Current licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan;
- Current Certification as a Lactation Consultant by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC);
- Minimum two (2) years of current IBCLC experience in an acute care inpatient setting or an outpatient lactation clinic.
- Demonstrated ability to work with complex lactation issues and populations.
- Demonstrated experience teaching breastfeeding classes to patients and/or medical staff.
- Ability to work with the pregnancy loss population related to lactation issues.
Expectations of position:
Self-directed and reliable, with demonstrated ability to work independently and productively (within established timelines);
Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to successfully resolve conflict respectfully and effectively with all members of the health care team;
Demonstrated excellent problem solving skills;
Demonstrated ability to work in a team atmosphere utilizing effective delegation skills;
Demonstrated ability to provide direct, constructive feedback
Ability to promote the VVWH values to empower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; practice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; inspire and be inspired by our colleagues? worth, significance and integrity; cultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately.
In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications*
- Demonstrated experience with virtual visits or teleheath
- Minimum two (2) years current RN experience in Perinatal or Neonatal Nursing, including working with lactating patients and babies
- Ability to utilize word processing and data base programs such as Microsoft Word/Excel and PowerPoint to create new documents, enter data, generate graphs and produce presentations.
Nursing Specific Info
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Hourly range for RSAM Competent, Registered Nurses $43.10-$67.03/ hour
Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour
Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour
Day Shift Weekend Differential- $2.90 / hour
Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $5.90 / hour
Night Shift Weekend Differential- $6.90 / hour
Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour
The benefit package includes:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
- Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
- Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement
Nursing Specific Info
Salary & Nursing Framework Level:
This UMPNC RN posting is posted under the Role-Specific Advancement Model (RSAM) as:
CCC- COMPETENT NE
Actual RSAM LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.
RSAM levels range from CCC-COMPETENT-NE to CCC-EXPERT-NE TO CCC-MASTERY-NE to CCC- MASTERY PLUS- NE
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Hours/Week: 36 Hours per week
Shift/Hours/Days: Weekly mix of one 12-hour A shift (7a ? 7:30p) and three 8-hour D shifts (8a-4:30p); Weekend and Holiday shifts required.
Location: Von Voigtlander Women's Birth Center- 9 East & 9 West, Mott Hospital, UH/CVC Hospitals, Michigan Medicine Outpatient Clinics
Additional Information
The staff of the Von Voigtlander Women?s Hospital in both the current LDRP setting and the newly configured units are committed to the care of antepartum, intrapartum and post-partum women and their newborns, in an environment that supports and empowers families. Common diagnoses include normal labor and birth, cesarean birth, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, preterm labor, multiple birth, bleeding disorders, diabetes, pregnancy loss, pregnancy termination and congenital abnormalities of the fetus.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
280990
Working Title
CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR- Lactation Consultant (Von Voigtlander Womens Hospital (VVWH)
Job Title
CLIN CARE COORD COMPETENT-NE
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CW VVWH
Posting Begin/End Date
7/31/2026 - 8/30/2026
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Women's Birthing Center
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
The Lactation Consultant will provide expert nursing care to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and monitor the care of lactating couplets in multiple units within University of Michigan Health, primarily in Von Voigtlander Women?s Hospital (VVWH) and C.W. Mott Childrens Hospital. VVWH is a dynamic 53-bed hospital, home to obstetric services in the Childrens and Womens building. VVWH performs 5,300+ deliveries per year. While many of these deliveries are routine and uncomplicated, we are uniquely qualified to handle cases that are complicated by maternal or fetal high-risk conditions. VVWH is a Level III Perinatal Center ? which means we have specialists available around the clock to care for both maternal and neonatal emergencies and high-risk patients ? as well as caring for those with low-risk pregnancies wishing for a "low intervention" labor and delivery process. We are staffed by a diverse group of professionals, including Certified Nurse Midwives, Obstetricians, Family Practice Physicians, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists, Professional Registered Nurses, and ancillary staff. We are honored to assist families from Michigan ? as well as from across the country ? in their care during this important time in their lives. As part of our philosophy of care, we are committed to providing family-centered care. This is the delivery of safe, satisfying, quality health care which meets the psychosocial needs of the family. It is a cooperative effort of families and caregivers which recognizes the strength and integrity of the family.
The perinatal team exists to provide families with safe, satisfying, family-centered health care within the childbearing continuum. We are guided by values of caring, teamwork, integrity, innovation, and excellence
Responsibilities*
- Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and monitor the care of lactating couplets in Von Voigtlander Womens Hospital (VVWH), Brandon Newborn ICU, Mott Hospital acute care and ICU Pediatric Units, Childrens Emergency Services, Adult University Hospital/Cardiovascular Center Units, Adult Emergency Services, and the Lactation Consultant Outpatient Clinic(s).
- Provide expert lactation consultative services, and act as a primary resource to all members of the health care teams within the University of Michigan Health System.
- Document patient care utilizing established templates.
- Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of lactation standards and practices within VVWH (and elsewhere as designated), consistent with current evidence.
- Provide leadership for lactation practice updates and changes.
- Investigate, design, develop, evaluate and modify patient education materials as necessary to maintain current, evidence-based information.
- Design and evaluate the effectiveness of parent discharge education materials in various media formats.
- Participate in planning, facilitating and conducting lactation education (e.g. orientation, inservices, conferences, workshops) for staff, students and other health care professionals.
- Provide lactation continuing education workshops, inservices and classes for UMH nurses and providers in both formal and informal settings for Von Voigtlander Women?s Hospital, Brandon Newborn ICU, Mott Hospital, and School of Nursing.
- Implement strategies to develop and improve the lactation knowledge and practices of VVWH/UMH staff; measure effectiveness.
- Execute consultation and act as a resource for questions related to medications, breast-milk, and lactation both on the medical campus and in the community.
- Provide community support via phone consultation when patients call with lactation questions after they are discharged from the hospital.
- Provide patients appropriate referral to additional medical resources for complex problem solving.
- Lead the development and maintenance of quality assurance and performance improvement programs and activities related to lactation.
- Assist in the collection of data for research studies.
- Represents the VVWH at committees/forums related to lactation care as requested.
Supervision: General supervision is received from VVWH Nursing Supervisors and Clinical Nursing Director. Functional supervision is typically exercised over framework RNs, Allied Health and other support staff.
The primary function of this role is Lactation Consultant in Michigan Medicine
Required Qualifications*
Required Educational Requirement; applicant must meet one of the following:
Bachelors degree in Nursing OR
Associates degree or diploma in Nursing and a Masters degree or higher in Nursing
- Current licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan;
- Current Certification as a Lactation Consultant by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC);
- Minimum two (2) years of current IBCLC experience in an acute care inpatient setting or an outpatient lactation clinic.
- Demonstrated ability to work with complex lactation issues and populations.
- Demonstrated experience teaching breastfeeding classes to patients and/or medical staff.
- Ability to work with the pregnancy loss population related to lactation issues.
Expectations of position:
Self-directed and reliable, with demonstrated ability to work independently and productively (within established timelines);
Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to successfully resolve conflict respectfully and effectively with all members of the health care team;
Demonstrated excellent problem solving skills;
Demonstrated ability to work in a team atmosphere utilizing effective delegation skills;
Demonstrated ability to provide direct, constructive feedback
Ability to promote the VVWH values to empower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; practice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; inspire and be inspired by our colleagues? worth, significance and integrity; cultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately.
In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications*
- Demonstrated experience with virtual visits or teleheath
- Minimum two (2) years current RN experience in Perinatal or Neonatal Nursing, including working with lactating patients and babies
- Ability to utilize word processing and data base programs such as Microsoft Word/Excel and PowerPoint to create new documents, enter data, generate graphs and produce presentations.
Nursing Specific Info
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Hourly range for RSAM Competent, Registered Nurses $43.10-$67.03/ hour
Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour
Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour
Day Shift Weekend Differential- $2.90 / hour
Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $5.90 / hour
Night Shift Weekend Differential- $6.90 / hour
Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour
The benefit package includes:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
- Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
- Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement
Nursing Specific Info
Salary & Nursing Framework Level:
This UMPNC RN posting is posted under the Role-Specific Advancement Model (RSAM) as:
CCC- COMPETENT NE
Actual RSAM LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.
RSAM levels range from CCC-COMPETENT-NE to CCC-EXPERT-NE TO CCC-MASTERY-NE to CCC- MASTERY PLUS- NE
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Hours/Week: 36 Hours per week
Shift/Hours/Days: Weekly mix of one 12-hour A shift (7a ? 7:30p) and three 8-hour D shifts (8a-4:30p); Weekend and Holiday shifts required.
Location: Von Voigtlander Women's Birth Center- 9 East & 9 West, Mott Hospital, UH/CVC Hospitals, Michigan Medicine Outpatient Clinics
Additional Information
The staff of the Von Voigtlander Women?s Hospital in both the current LDRP setting and the newly configured units are committed to the care of antepartum, intrapartum and post-partum women and their newborns, in an environment that supports and empowers families. Common diagnoses include normal labor and birth, cesarean birth, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, preterm labor, multiple birth, bleeding disorders, diabetes, pregnancy loss, pregnancy termination and congenital abnormalities of the fetus.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
280990
Working Title
CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR- Lactation Consultant (Von Voigtlander Womens Hospital (VVWH)
Job Title
CLIN CARE COORD COMPETENT-NE
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CW VVWH
Posting Begin/End Date
7/31/2026 - 8/30/2026
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Women's Birthing Center
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Consultant Jobs in Ann Arbor: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a consultant job in Ann Arbor?
Target the sectors that drive Ann Arbor's consulting market: healthcare systems tied to the University of Michigan, life sciences and biotech firms near the research park, and tech companies clustered downtown and in the North Campus area. Candidates who combine analytical depth with direct experience in one of those verticals stand out. Networking through U-M alumni channels and local professional associations also gives candidates a measurable edge in this market.
Which companies hire consultants in Ann Arbor?
Ann Arbor consultant roles are posted by Trinity Health, Ann Arbor Apartments, and Ann Arbor Public Schools and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Ate as of August 2026. The local employer mix leans toward academic medical centers, university-affiliated research organizations, mid-size tech firms, and management consulting practices serving the automotive and healthcare industries.
Are there remote consultant jobs in Ann Arbor?
Yes, though it depends on the specialty: analytical, strategy, and financial consulting roles are often fully remote, while operational and on-site implementation roles typically require in-person presence. About 0% of consultant openings tied to Ann Arbor are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, covering a range of experience levels. Technology and management consulting roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility among Ann Arbor postings.
How can I get a consultant job in Ann Arbor with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is targeting analyst or associate-level roles at Ann Arbor's consulting practices, healthcare systems, and University of Michigan affiliated offices that regularly bring in junior talent. Entry roles in data analysis, project coordination, or research support at U-M Health or local advisory firms often serve as a direct bridge into consulting. Candidates who can demonstrate applied problem-solving through coursework, internships, or campus research projects are well-positioned in this academic-leaning market.
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