Manager, Medical Library

Department

Medical Library
Job Summary

Organizes and manages the Medical Library. Oversees support staff involved in cataloging, indexing, issuing books/materials, and keeping records of items on loan. Selects material for purchase and subscribes to pertinent data as allowed for by the given budget. Utilizes knowledge of Library Science principles and practices to integrate library services within education initiatives, including but not limited to: evidence based medicine tools, patient care, continuing medical education, nursing, research, resident and medical education, and clinical rounds. Is forward-thinking and embraces technology. Responds to more complex requests from employees and medical staff, and enhances patron’s skills by integrating tools, especially across multiple technology platforms. Supports research and education through excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

- Require master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited school.
- Require five (5) years of experience in a medical library.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prefer organizational and project management skills.
- Prefer strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and the public.
- Prefer strong basic computer skills, including all the Microsoft programs including Dreamweaver and a strong understanding of web page building and web use.
- Prefer strong knowledge of medical concepts and information dissemination.
- Prefer educational and teaching experience.
- Prefer knowledge of learning management systems and online teaching.
- Prefer proven problem-solving and decision making skills.
- Prefer certification in Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS).

Mandatory Education

M D: Masters Degree

Sarasota Memorial Hospital was recently recognized again by ranking #1 Hospital in the Region by the U.S. News's Best Hospital report by scoring a Perfect 10! Not only that, but SMH was also designated at a national "standout" hospital for earning top ratings in all evaluated conditions and procedures - an accomplishment achieved by less than 1% of the 4000+ hospitals. Our system has also earned Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), as well as these additional accolades: Gallup Great Workplace 2018; recipient of an "A" grade for Patient Safety. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is Magnet designated and the only provider of Level II trauma services, obstetrical services, and Level III neonatal intensive care in Sarasota County.

Reputation. Community. Impact. Growth.

Every day, our patients at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System receive a first-class experience in care from a team on a mission to deliver the highest level of care in America. In the process of rising to that challenge, one by one, our people are finding their purpose and feeling their impact. Now it is your turn to see yourself here.

Recognition:

* 5- Star Quality Rating- SMH- Sarasota is the only hospital in Florida to earn the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' highest rating every year since its inception.

* 50 Best Hospitals- SMH ranked among U.S. News & World Report's 50 Best Hospitals in two specialties, Rehabilitation and Obstetrics/Gynecology in 2023-2024, and among the nation's top 10% high performers in 18 other medical specialties, procedures and conditions.

* World's Best Hospitals- SMH- Sarasota has made Newsweek's prestigious list six years in a row, since the global rankings began in 2019.

* "A" for Patient Safety- SMH- Sarasota has earned straight A's since it began participating in the Leapfrog Group's hospital safety survey in 2016.

* Magnet Hospital- SMH has been recognized as a Magnet hospital for the past 20 years by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a continuous achievement for nursing excellence shared by less than 1% of hospitals nationwide.

* America's Best Employer/Workplace- SMH topped Forbe's list of America's Best Employers, ranking among the top 20% of large employers across all industries in 2024, and #1 healthcare employer in Florida in 2023. The health system also earned a 5-star rating in Newsweek's 2024 list of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Women."

The benefits of being the best:

Our commitment to becoming the best community hospital and health care system means providing the best possible benefits to our people. Some highlights:

Total Rewards Package

• Paid Time Off (start earning PTO on day one of employment)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounted Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Benefit Plans for Full & Part-Time Employees
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care) - Pre-Tax Dollars
• Life Insurance
• Competitive rates
• Bonuses offered
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan: 403b
• Sarasota Campus for now - Discounted Child Care & Before and After School Program and Summer Camp!
• Bereavement Leave
• Free Parking

Employment Screening Requirements

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/