Information Research Assistant, Munson Healthcare, Traverse City, MI

Posted September 12, 2018

Munson Healthcare, located in Traverse City, Michigan, has an immediate opening for a full time Information Research Assistant. This is a benefited position. Work hours are Monday-Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm. Salary range is $19.27- $30.1l. For a complete job description and/or to apply online go to: https://www.munsonhealthcare.org/careers/careers-home

 

SUMMARY 

The Information Research Assistant (IRA) is responsible for the daily support functions of the department.  This includes but is not limited to:  serials management, circulation system services, Document Delivery, information literacy instruction, current awareness services, acquisitions, cataloging, Information Desk reception, and oversight of clerical and volunteer staff as applicable.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the Health Sciences
• Minimum of two years’ experience in an academic medical center, hospital or community health library

 

Skills & Abilities 

• Demonstrated knowledge of information management hardware and software applications
• Ability to provide information literacy instruction
• Knowledge of Windows environment, Microsoft Office Suite for word processing, database management and spread sheet applications
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Communication: ability to demonstrate interpersonal and collaborative communication skills and convey complex concepts
• Leadership skills: ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced service oriented information environment and to effectively work with a team of diverse individuals with varying skill sets
• Analytical thinking and decisive judgment: ability to analyze issues and problems systematically, gather broad and balanced input, draw sound conclusions and translate conclusions into timely decisions and actions
• Teamwork: ability to collaborate within own unit and across boundaries; acknowledge others’ contributions; work effectively with others; and be willing to seek help as needed
• Learning and knowledge sharing: open to new ideas; shares own knowledge; applies knowledge in daily work; builds partnerships for learning and knowledge sharing