Health Sciences Librarian

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine•Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The Health Science Librarian provides access, professional assistance, text and/or online literature searching expertise to furnish state-of-the-art information for education, patient care, management decision making, and research activities to professional students and the entire LECOM Institution. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM. Occasional weekend coverage required.

Requirements

Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel), and accurate data entry skills;
Excellent organizational skills;
Maintaining an established work schedule;
Effectively using interpersonal and communication skills including tact and diplomacy;
Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;
Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials;
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;
The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM;
The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner;
Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the Institution's needs.
Postgraduate Degree from an ALA-accredited library/information program required. M.L.S., M.S.L.S., or M.I.L.S.

Nice To Haves

Successful experience in a professional capacity in a health science environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as departmental representative with faculty, staff, and visitors in a professional and friendly manner at all times;
Use professional judgment to search and provide information in many forms: print, electronic, and multimedia;
Enable users to access all forms of information contained within the LECOM Learning Resource Center, through web-based electronic resources, personal reference, and referral work;
Provides training for students, faculty, and staff on an as-needed basis;
Assists with publication audits and other related assessment activities;
Provides back-up as needed at various Institutional locations;
Assists patrons while working the circulation desk;
Researches and evaluate potential LRC resources;
Contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction;
Participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience;
Commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach; and
Other duties as required / needed to maintain an efficient and effective Department.