Medical Librarian I, Mount Sinai St. Luke’s, New York, NY
Summary
Incumbent
in this class performs process duties related to conducting entry-level
professional librarian activities. Under the direction of the Medical
Librarian, the Librarian 1 manages the day-to-day operations of
functional areas within
the library and access services, aligning its vision, goals,
objectives, policies and procedures with those of the Academic
Informatics & Technology department and the Levy Library. The
Librarian I has responsibility and accountability for providing planning
and direction to multiple functional areas within the department, with
an emphasis on ensuring quality service for patrons. Participates in the
development, recommendation and administration of division policies,
procedures and processes.
Primary Duties
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Delivers
high-level customer service, including answering questions,
recommending resources, providing instruction and/or educational
sessions to users. Continually seeks new ways to improve efficiency
and customer service.
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Coordinates
daily workflow of library services provided at the circulation desk
including interlibrary loan requests, document delivery, coordinating
statistics, administrative functions, and maintaining
technical equipment. Troubleshoots library equipment issues (i.e., printers, copiers, scanners).
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Performs literature
searches, reference assistance, and consultations with library users in
support of research activities at Mount Sinai Beth Israel.
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Assists the Medical
Librarian in the teaching of health sciences informatics, literature
searching, library orientation and other educational presentations to
clinicians, nurses and staff.
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Performs outreach events
and activities related to marketing of library services and engagement
with Mount Sinai Beth Israel library users.
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May do special library projects in support of Library services.
- Efficiently refers library patrons to the appropriate individual, group, or resource.
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Collects
and analyzes statistics related to library activities; generates
reports. Ensures statistics (i.e., gate count, ILL requests, research
consults) are consistently and accurately
recorded. Troubleshoots basic desktop computer issues. Troubleshoots
library equipment issues (i.e., printers, copiers, scanners).
- Maintains inventory of library desk and supplies. Plans, prioritizes and recommends supplies and equipment.
- Assists with Emergency/Disaster Preparedness planning and initiatives.
- Assists in tracking and processing invoices for equipment, supplies, furniture, and library resources.
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Participates on Library working groups/committees.
Education
Minimum: some course work in MS Library Science degree
from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).
Previous Experience
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Demonstrated
library science principles and practices; library integrated library systems, and interlibrary loan systems.
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Skills in developing, implementing, and monitoring policies, procedures, and work flows.
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Skills in utilizing computer technology used for communication, data gathering and reporting.
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Demonstrated
commitment to service for students, staff and faculty and willingness
to actively collaborate with colleagues in the Library and across the
campus community.
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Proven ability to communicate effectively through oral and written media.
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Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
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Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to quickly learn new skills.
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Experience with integrated library systems and interlibrary loan systems.
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Demonstrated ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently.
How to Apply
