Medical Librarian III
About The Position
Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As Medical Librarian III, you will manage and provide advanced library services, including orienting, educating and training users in the effective use of library resources. In this role, you will oversee the selection, acquisition and maintenance of the Cleveland Clinic Health System (CCHS) Library's collection of over 200 electronic resources, including journals, eBooks and databases used in patient care and biomedical research. You will collaborate with Main Campus and regional library staff, IT, resource vendors and proxy server administrators to provide, coordinate and troubleshoot access to online resources. Additionally, you will serve as the primary liaison with the Supply Chain department, managing more than 30 contracts to ensure seamless access to high-quality digital content across the enterprise. A caregiver in this role works days from 7:30 a.m. -- 3:30 p.m. or 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. with Saturday requirements. This is a hybrid position, with the opportunity to work from home one day per week and on campus four days per week after the 90-day hiring period. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Provide advanced professional library services including the orientation, education and training of library users in effective use of appropriate library resources and services. Provide direct supervision of non-exempt library employees and/or have significant involvement in library budgeting and planning. Handle library operations in absence of the Manager. Prepare library budgets, strategic plans, policies and the planning/leading of various Library projects and partnerships. Participate in the organization and selection of library resources appropriate for the support of the CCF mission. Assist with coordination of the delivery of needed/requested materials to patrons.
Requirements
- Master's degree in library/information science
- Seven years of professional experience (post-MSLS) including 4 years in medical/life sciences-related activities (reference/instruction, collection development, cataloging, e-resources)
- Any level is acceptable: Provisional, Member Level, Senior Member Level, Distinguished Member Level or Emeritus Member Level
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
- Ability to lift library materials up to 15 pounds
- Ability to move library materials on a cart weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Nice To Haves
- Credentialing by the Medical Library Association's (MLA) Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) certification
- Librarian with Experience with the library's software system- ExLibris Alma and Primo
- Technical proficiency and library science resources knowledge
- Strong analytical thinking for evaluating usage data and making collection decisions
- Project management abilities to oversee implementation and integration of electronic resources into the library system
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced professional library services including the orientation, education and training of library users in effective use of appropriate library resources and services.
- Provide direct supervision of non-exempt library employees and/or have significant involvement in library budgeting and planning.
- Handle library operations in absence of the Manager.
- Prepare library budgets, strategic plans, policies and the planning/leading of various Library projects and partnerships.
- Participate in the organization and selection of library resources appropriate for the support of the CCF mission.
- Assist with coordination of the delivery of needed/requested materials to patrons.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
