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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Clinical Librarian to join our healthcare team and provide expert support in sourcing, evaluating, and disseminating medical information to clinicians, researchers, and healthcare staff. The Clinical Librarian plays a critical role in ensuring that clinical decisions are informed by the latest and most reliable evidence. This position involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams, supporting clinical audits, guideline development, and research projects. The Clinical Librarian will conduct literature searches, manage electronic resources, deliver training on information literacy, and assist in the development of evidence-based protocols. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in library science, excellent communication skills, and a passion for improving patient care through access to high-quality information. Responsibilities include maintaining up-to-date knowledge of medical databases, supporting systematic reviews, and fostering a culture of evidence-based practice within the organization. The Clinical Librarian will also contribute to the development of library policies, participate in outreach activities, and provide one-on-one consultations to healthcare professionals. This role requires adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Experience in a healthcare setting is highly desirable, and a commitment to ongoing professional development is essential.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct comprehensive literature searches for clinical teams.
- Support evidence-based practice and guideline development.
- Provide training on medical databases and information literacy.
- Assist with systematic reviews and research projects.
- Manage and update electronic and print medical resources.
- Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and educators.
- Develop and implement library policies and procedures.
- Participate in clinical meetings and multidisciplinary rounds.
- Deliver outreach and awareness programs for library services.
- Offer one-on-one consultations for information needs.
- Evaluate and recommend new information resources.
- Maintain current knowledge of trends in medical librarianship.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master’s degree in Library Science or related field.
- Experience in a healthcare or medical library setting.
- Strong knowledge of medical databases and resources.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly.
- Proficiency with electronic resource management.
- Familiarity with systematic review methodologies.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ongoing professional development in medical librarianship.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in a clinical or medical library?
- How do you approach conducting a comprehensive literature search?
- Describe your familiarity with medical databases such as PubMed or Cochrane.
- How have you supported evidence-based practice in previous roles?
- What strategies do you use to train healthcare staff in information literacy?
- Can you provide an example of your involvement in a systematic review?
- How do you stay current with trends in medical librarianship?
- Describe a challenging information request and how you handled it.
- What role do you believe a Clinical Librarian plays in patient care?
- How do you prioritize multiple requests from clinical teams?
