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Job Description - Research Librarian (240002O2)

Description

The Research Librarian will be responsible for identifying information needs, delivering information services, collecting and organizing library materials, and educating patrons in the use of library services. Responsible for working closely with the Director of Learning Resources to plan and develop knowledge-based information services. Responsible for the operation of Learning Resources in the absence of the Director.

Qualifications

Minimum Education
Master's Degree (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
2 years related experience.

Required Skills/Knowledge
Basic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Customer service skills.
Experience in searching knowledge-based systems, especially MEDLINE, essential.
Membership in the Academy of Health Information Professionals desirable.

Functional Accountabilities

Information Services

• Perform thorough searches for information using appropriate sources, such as databases, the Internet, printed materials, other libraries, and organizations.
• Gather and analyze information and report findings.
• Maintain current information on knowledge-based systems, search systems, and languages.
• Apply technological advances in information sciences and medical informatics to library services.

Library Services Training

• Train users in techniques of computer database searching.
• Provide bibliographic instruction and information management education.
• Conduct library orientation sessions.

Administrative

• Design exhibits, develop flyers, write for and edit the library newsletter to publicize library services.
• Help select materials for the collection to maintain communication with users concerning their information needs; consult approved selection tools and evaluate the collection.
• Coordinate ordering, receipt, and cataloging of new materials.
• Assist with document delivery, serials control, and circulation as needed.

Professional Development

• Attend local, regional, and national professional association meetings.
• Take continuing education courses to develop and maintain competencies.
• Share expertise with other librarians.

Organizational Accountabilities

Organizational Commitment/Identification

• Partner in the mission and uphold the core principles of the organization.
• Commit to diversity and recognize the value of cultural ethnic differences.
• Demonstrate personal and professional integrity.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Customer Service

• Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.

Teamwork/Communication

• Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.
• Partner with all team members to achieve goals.
• Be receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving

• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.
• Make appropriate decisions using sound judgment.
• Use resources efficiently.
• Search for less costly ways of doing things.

Safety

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision-making or documentation.
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.
• Demonstrate accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication.
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and co-workers.
• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act, and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance.

Primary Location

District of Columbia - Washington

Work Locations

CN Hospital (Main Campus)
111 Michigan Avenue NW
Washington 20010

Job

Research

Organization

Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule: Variable

Job Posting

Sep 24, 2024, 1:36:54 PM

Full-Time Salary Range

52728 - 87859.2

Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees, and contractors).

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