Kate Saylor Email & Phone Number

I work closely with liaison librarians to identify, contribute to, and participate in local health-related events sponsored by the departments and schools at the University of Michigan and the University of Michigan Health System. I also identify local initiatives and coordinate Health Sciences Libraries participation through building relationships with.

Co-taught PubMed database searching class and created a new diagram for NTCC PubMed training;Organized RSS feed content for the HSL website;Attended NTCC training for PubMed, NLM Gateway and Clinicaltrials.gov;Participated in community outreach events;Reviewed emerging technology presentations for content to submit to HSL del.icio.us account;Executed.

Developed a series of mental health resource guides; Managed 5 volunteers; Added new materials and circulated them using LibraryThing and Excel spreadsheet; Assisted patrons in locating information within library and online sources; Worked with physicians and clinicians in building collection; Created policies for circulation and collection development.

Processed and dispensed medication; Customer service; · Assisted with medication and insurance information; · Researched health information problems such as dietary concerns and mobility issues.

Added new materials and circulated them using HERC Access database; Improved usability of the database through collaboration with IT staff; Assisted patrons in locating materials within library and using online databases; Surveyed UM health resource centers for best practices in cataloging and circulation procedures; Prepared educational packets for.

Circulated books using Sydney Plus software system; Assisted patrons in locating materials within medical databases and physical library; Stocked and organized information pamphlets, mailed out overdue material notices.

Circulated books using ALEPH software system; Assisted patrons with locating material within Mirlyn and physical library.

Answered reference questions; Managed Health/Consumer Health internet resources; Reviewed user and student suggestions for inclusion in resource collection.

Prepared and dispensed prescriptions for delivery; Input patient and prescription information into software; Contacted doctors for patient and medication information.

Msi, Library And Information Services

Activities and Societies: ALA, SLA

Ba, English