About The Position
The CHEO librarian supports evidence-based practice in patient care, health education and clinical research by delivering various library and information services to a wide range of hospital staff (clinical, non-clinical, medical, and learners) with varying levels of expertise.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in library and information studies (MLIS) or (MLS) from an American-Library Association (ALA) accredited University (Essential)
- Two (2) years prior related experience (Essential)
- Experience with electronic library materials (Essential)
- Demonstrated technical and specialized knowledge of relevant databases, e-journals, e-books, and operating systems (e.g.: Workday, M365). (Essential)
- Demonstrated technical knowledge of conducting scoping reviews, and associated software (e.g., Covidence, Distiller SR, Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology, Open Science Framework). (Essential)
- Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. (Essential)
- Demonstrated ability to take initiatives and prioritize work. (Essential)
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and paying attention to detail. (Essential)
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with internal and external clients. (Essential)
- Demonstrated knowledge of freedom of information legislation processes. (Essential)
- Demonstrated strong computer troubleshooting skills. (Essential)
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of computer searching to evaluate electronic resources and provide reference service. (Essential)
- Demonstrated knowledge of health science bibliographic resources and their use. (Essential)
- Demonstrated understanding of Canadian copyright laws for academic institutions. (Essential)
- Demonstrated flexible approach to work demands. (Essential)
- Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation; general knowledge of corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety. (Essential)
- Criminal Record Check (Level 1) (Essential)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a health or science-related subject (Preferred)
- Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) credentials (Preferred)
- Bilingualism (French/English) (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Act as the main point of contact for CHEO’s membership/partnership with consortiums (e.g.: the Health Science Information Consortium (HSIC)) and academic health science libraries.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with electronic library vendors, coordinate and review vendor invoices, and work closely with administrative and accounts payable teams to ensure accurate and timely payment processing.
- Provide operational oversight of the library program, including monitoring expenditures.
- Work with directors across CHEO and CHEO Research Institute to track spending against the approved budget to support overall financial stewardship.
- Provide support on CHEO’s various health science databases (e.g., MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsychInfo) and journal subscriptions (e.g., JAMA, NEJM).
- Coordinate and manage databases, e-journals, e-books, and systems access to library resources in collaboration with Information Services and Communications.
- Process interlibrary loan requests using Docline.
- Provide expert advice and guidance on building effective search strategies to hospital employees with varying levels of expertise.
- Complete peer reviews for search strategies (PRESS).
- Manage access to Distiller SR software.
- Develop and facilitate training sessions on information research skills and navigation/use of databases to a wide range of hospital employees with varying levels of expertise.
- Collaborate on innovative initiatives that support the organization’s strategic operations.
- Collect and collate data on library tools/services usage.
- Identify, collect, and prepare reports on key performance indicators for Library Services.
- Promote and deliver library services and resources in a virtual work environment.
- Promote and deliver research services and resources at the CHEO Research Institute.
- Keep up-to-date with new trends and best practices.
- Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
- Supervise library technician student role.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Benefits
- competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork
- place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded
- family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve
- chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning
- support for continued education and learning
- potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit
- truly unique work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
