Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) manages daily planning, operations, and staff of a medical library to meet the information needs of users. Oversees professional and support staff involved in cataloging, indexing, issuing books/materials, and keeping records of items on loan. Being a Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) selects books and publications for purchase and subscribes to pertinent periodicals as allowed for by the given budget. Responds to more complex requests from faculty, medical staff, and students. Additionally, Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) possess broad and current knowledge of medical developments and scientific literature. Requires a master's degree in library science. Typically reports to a director. The Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Yale New Haven Hospital has positions available for certified or certification eligible Medical Lab Professions. MLS, MT, MLT’s and those with applicable ASCP categorical certifications are welcome to apply. As a member of our Laboratory Medicine team, you will get to work with some of the leading experts in a number of specialty fields every day. The department’s fast-paced team-oriented atmosphere creates an environment that is progressive, challenging and rewarding—both personally and professionally.
Follows all laboratory and hospital safety policies. |
Operates all department equipment safely and according to manufacturer guidelines. Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instrument failures to best of ability alerting proper personnel of equipment problems. |
Follows all department QC procedures and troubleshoots QC failures with proper documentation. |
Participates in inter and intra-departmental QA initiatives. |
Responds to any departments’ staffing needs by covering shifts, when necessary. |
Maintains technical competency and seeks clarification when necessary. |
Effectively utilizes all necessary LIS functions. |
Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Self Development. |
Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department. |
Education: | AS degree in Laboratory Science or MLT from an accredited institution or equivalent required. |
Experience: | Previous experience preferred. |
Training: | Need to orient to lab wide department procedures and policies. |
Licensure: | American Society of Clinical Pathologists (MLT-ASCP) preferred. |
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Education: | Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent required. |
Experience: | Previous experience preferred. |
Training: | Need to orient to lab wide department procedures and policies. |
Licensure: | American Society of Clinical Pathologists certification (MT-ASCP) preferred. |
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