Master's Degree in Library Science or related field required
Minimum of six months of relevant experience
Strong understanding of electronic information systems
Ability to instruct users in information retrieval
Excellent communication and outreach skills
Experience in library marketing and material development
Familiarity with compliance responsibilities in a healthcare setting
Responsibilities
Investigate and evaluate electronic systems to enhance Library functions
Provide reference services to staff and the community
Instruct users on information retrieval in informal and classroom settings
Support the multi-media department and Library Assistant
Conduct outreach to clinical departments and administration
Assist in marketing Library services and developing promotional materials
Manage Library and Multi-Media department in the absence of the manager
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Team Member Discounts
Full Job Description
Description
Position at Danbury Hospital
Summary:
The Librarian supports the knowledge-based information needs of the health system by providing services including selecting, arranging and disseminating knowledge-based information for the staff's and the community's patient care, administrative, and consumer health information needs.
Responsibilities:
1. Investigates and evaluates electronic systems to stream-line Library functions. 2. Provides brief and in-depth reference services to Danbury Hospital staff & the community. 3. Instructs users on retrieving knowledge-based information informally and in classroom. 4. Provides support to the multi-media department and the Library Assistant. 5. Provides Library outreach to Danbury Hospital clinical departments, affiliates, administration and support staff. 6. Assists in Library marketing including writing and developing materials. 7. Responsible for Library and Multi-Media department in manager's absence. 8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required: Master's Degree Required and six months of relative experience
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 313
Department: Medical Library
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $29.65 - $55.55 Hourly
"Available benefits include: Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Account; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Basic Life and AD&D insurance; Wellness Programs; Employee Assistance Program; and Team Member Discounts. Available benefits for union positions may vary in accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements."
