Job Description

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health\xe2\x80\x99s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a dynamic, self-directed individual with exceptional customer service skills and qualifications in library sciences to join us. Reporting to the Manager Professional Practice and working in collaboration with colleagues/partners across the organization, the successful candidate is an innovative and enthusiastic leader with strong commitment to support our academic and research programs and engage in community partnership.

The Medical Librarian (ML) is responsible for assisting healthcare professionals with accessing and retrieving information related to the healthcare sector. The ML also helps patients retrieve information related to certain health conditions. They have a direct impact on the quality of patient care, by helping physicians, allied health professionals, learners and researchers to stay abreast of new developments in their specialty areas and will provide access to resources in a variety of formats, ranging from traditional print to electronic sources and data.

What you bring to the role:

• Masters degree required: MLS, MLIS or MIS from American Library Association accredited program
• Minimum 3 years experience preferred in an academic health sciences environment
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice processes and tools
• Experience with OVID, PubMed, ProQuest, EBSCO database
• Experience with automated library systems, including competence in using an online integrated library system and web-based library services, required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian medical libraries, health care system, copyright laws and library legislations, ILL Systems, bio-medical and scientific print and e-resources, products and services
• Experience and strong interest in planning and developing library promotional and instructional materials/activities
• Experience in community outreach and engagement
• Demonstrated ability to develop and foster strong relationships and work collaboratively with peers and internal and external partners
• Experience in preparing and delivering individual and group training sessions. Strong customer focus, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Current knowledge of the issues and trends in library services, information technologies, copyright and the Canadian healthcare system
• Excellent computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Outlook, and other programs/applications and internet-based resources), and verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently, while providing leadership and training to volunteers
• Proven dedication to lifelong learning and continuous quality improvement with a high level of professionalism
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

This is a reduced full-time position.

The successful candidate will be required to work 8 hour day shifts between Monday to Friday. The candidate will also have some alternating 4 day weeks since this is a reduced full-time position.

Please note, schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.

Compensation:

Salary Grid: Band N:
$35.55 - $43.25 per hour
$69,322 - 84,337 per year

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario\xe2\x80\x99s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children\xe2\x80\x99s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

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