Medical Librarian (MLS) provides guidance and assistance to users researching medical information using database searches, inter-library loans, and other resources. Ensures the cataloging and circulation of materials are performed efficiently and correctly according to policies and standards. Being a Medical Librarian (MLS) creates training materials and delivers library instruction and education programs for physicians and other staff. Leads or contributes ideas for library strategic planning, quality initiatives, and the development of digital media and educational resources. Additionally, Medical Librarian (MLS) maintains current knowledge of medical developments and scientific literature. Requires a master's degree in library science. Typically reports to a manager. The Medical Librarian (MLS) occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Medical Librarian (MLS) typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Certified as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) or equivalent ASCP Specialty or Categorical certification.
New graduates of an accredited CLS program must obtain certification within 12 months of hire
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Certification required.
Certified MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or CLS (NCA) or equivalent, or ASCP Specialty or Categorical certification
**Certification not required but strongly encouraged if hired before January 2007.
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum: Entry Level Medical Laboratory Scientist Graduate
Experience PREFERRED:
Previous Medical Technologist, Clinical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Scientist experience is preferred.
Education/training REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (BSCLS) from an accredited program or a Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science* in addition to graduation from an NAACLS-accredited CLS/MT certificate program OR Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science with 5 or more years of on the job training in a hospital health care environment in a specific lab discipline performing high complexity testing in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology and clinical microscopy (categorical or generalist certification required).
*unless grandfathered under previous hiring requirements
Education/training PREFERRED:
Master's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (MSCLS) from an accredited program
Independent action(s) required:
Notification of panic values to ordering physicians.
Customer service-oriented communications.
Must complete the required number of continuing education hours per year.
Participate in teaching new employees, students, residents, etc. in areas that competency is demonstrated.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Rotating weekends as required Holiday scheduling as required
On call availability as required and for emergency coverage on any shift.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs. Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Other: Exposure to biohazards and potentially infectious body fluids
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
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