Health Sciences Librarian at The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

DescriptionJOB 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.CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND 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; andOther duties as required / needed to maintain an efficient and effective Department.EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/DisabledMinimum RequirementsKNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.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; andBe able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the Institutions needs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and experience equivalent to: Postgraduate Degree from an ALA-accredited library/information program required. M.L.S. M.S.L.S. or M.I.L.S. Successful experience in a professional capacity in a health science environment preferred. Key Skills Organisational skills,Customer Service,Communication skills,Critical thinking,Research skills,Teamwork,Computer and Internet Literacy,Leadership Experience,Attention to detail,Adaptable Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1