Health Sciences Librarian

Health Sciences Librarian

Duties and Responsibilities: Health Sciences Librarians and Library Technicians collect and organize medical information and help practitioners find the information they need for patient care, education, research, and administration. They select and acquire books, journals, and other library material. They assist librarians in organizing collections, shelve books, manage circulation desks, answer patrons’ questions, and perform administrative duties.

Average Salary:

$20,000 - $30,000 (Library Technicians)

$35,000 - $55,000 (Librarians)

Education: Take training, training varies by employer. Some provide on the job training, but all prefer that students complete library technician programs at a community college or technical school. Associate’s degrees can be earned in many of these programs. Health Science Librarians should earn an undergraduate degree in one of the life sciences and must earn a master’s degree in library science from a program that is accredited.

Reflection: Health Sciences Librarian doesn’t suit me. I’d prefer being something bigger, part of the government.