Job Description

Your Opportunity:

At Knowledge Resource Service (KRS), our team of information specialists puts information and knowledge into the hands of clinicians and patients every day, empowering them to make well-informed, safe healthcare decisions. If you are a champion for evidence-informed practice and have a passion for improving health information literacy, then this is the place for you! Reporting to the Team Lead, Knowledge Resource Service the Medical Library Technician (MLT) supports the delivery and development of province-wide information, reference and research services to library users both in-person and virtually. The MLT connects AHS staff and healthcare providers with reliable health information through such activities as: reference interviews; literature searches; evidence literacy instruction; selection, promotion and circulation of health information materials; interlibrary loans; and document delivery services. The MLT is responsible for the day-to-day operations of KRS physical library locations. The MLT also contributes to the development and maintenance of a relevant and authoritative collection of information resources, including processing and cataloguing materials and weeding outdated materials. The specific duties of the MLT may vary based on the staff complement at library sites and operational needs. This position is located at Alberta Children\'s Hospital and Tom Baker Cancer Centre (moving to the new Calgary Cancer Centre upon completion of a new library space). The Medical library technician will split their time evenly between the two sites on a two-week rotational schedule. At times, the MLT will work at a single library site to ensure library site coverage.

Description:

As a Medical Library Technician (MLT), you will support the delivery of library and information services to the patients, staff and physicians of AHS. You will support operational areas in evidence-based decision-making and the implementation of leading Knowledge Management practices. This includes fulfilling client information needs by providing reference, technical, statistical and administrative services that facilitate access to library information and collections. You will also facilitate access to comprehensive health information and resources for patients, families, physicians and health care providers.

• Classification: Medical Library Technician
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Knowledge Resource Service Library
• Primary Location: Alberta Children\'s Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 11-AUG-2023
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 05-SEP-2023
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $31.13
• Maximum Salary: $38.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Information Management/Library Technology Diploma. Additional Required Qualifications:

Proficiency in information technology and computer applications used in libraries. Beneficial memberships include Alberta Association of Library Technicians (AALT), Canadian Health Libraries Association (CHLA), Northern Alberta Health Libraries Association (NAHLA), and/or Southern Alberta Health Libraries Association (SAHLA). Experience working in a large organization and as part of a large, geographically dispersed team is desirable. Ability to work effectively in a remote environment and communicate using online tools. Ability to communicate effectively in a professional and service-oriented manner. Ability to effectively manage and set priorities when faced with multiple tasks and deadlines. Ability to resolve conflict in a timely and professional manner. Ability to follow and adhere to Alberta Health Services policies, procedures, goals, and objectives. Preferred Qualifications:

At least one year of directly related library experience in a hospital or health care setting is an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.

We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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