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Zimmerman Associates, Inc.

$62K - $64K/yr

Respond to email and telephone reference inquiries from researchers, librarians, scientists, healthcare professionals, and the general public regarding medical and consumer health topics. * Provide ...

Valley Children's Healthcare

$41.70 - $62.10/day

The Medical Library provides evidence-based and consumer health information to the hospital's physicians, administration, and staff and to the hospital patients' and families to ensure the children ...

Bayer (Schweiz) AG

NY · On-site

The Data Assets, Analytics & AI team at Bayer Consumer Health focuses on bringing digital ... MLlib), key libraries (e.g., pandas, SQLAlchemy), parallel processing, and advanced data ...

1872 Consulting

Sr. Python Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$125K - $168K/yr

Job Summary : 1872 Consulting is in the exciting and rapidly evolving consumer healthcare industry ... Mapper) libraries • Familiarity with Postgres or Mysql • Bright, motivated, passionate ...

1872 Consulting

Python Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Job Summary : 1872 Consulting is in the exciting and rapidly evolving consumer healthcare industry ... Mapper) libraries • Familiarity with Postgres or Mysql • Bright, motivated, passionate ...

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How much do consumer health librarian jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for consumer health librarian in the United States is $65,193.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a consumer health librarian?

Consumer Health Librarians are information professionals who specialize in providing health-related information to the general public. They help individuals find accurate, reliable, and understandable health information, often in hospitals, public libraries, or community health centers. Their role includes assisting with research, teaching people how to evaluate health resources, and supporting patients, families, and caregivers in making informed health decisions. They do not provide medical advice, but guide users to trustworthy sources and tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a consumer health librarian?

To thrive as a Consumer Health Librarian, you need a master's degree in library science, strong research abilities, and expertise in evaluating health information. Familiarity with medical databases like PubMed, consumer health information portals, and library cataloging systems is typically required. Excellent communication, cultural competence, and teaching skills help librarians connect with diverse patrons and effectively share health knowledge. These competencies ensure the delivery of accurate, accessible health information and empower individuals to make informed healthcare decisions.

What are some common challenges consumer health librarians face when helping patrons with health information needs?

Consumer Health Librarians often encounter challenges such as ensuring the reliability and accuracy of health information for patrons, addressing varying levels of health literacy, and maintaining patron confidentiality. They must be skilled at translating complex medical terminology into understandable language and guiding users to reputable sources without providing medical advice. Additionally, balancing the needs of multiple patrons and staying up-to-date with evolving health resources are ongoing aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Consumer Health Librarian vs Medical Librarian?

AspectConsumer Health LibrarianMedical Librarian
CredentialsMLIS, possibly specialized in health informationMLIS, often with health sciences specialization
Work EnvironmentPublic libraries, community health centersHospitals, medical schools, healthcare institutions
Employer & IndustryPublic and community health sectorsHealthcare and academic medical settings
Search & Comparison IntentAssisting the general public with health infoSupporting healthcare professionals and students

While both roles require an MLIS and focus on health information, Consumer Health Librarians primarily serve the public with accessible health resources, whereas Medical Librarians support healthcare professionals and students within medical institutions.

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Infographic showing various Consumer Health Librarian job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $65,193 per year, or $31.3 per hour.

Reference Librarian

Bethesda, MD • On-site

Zimmerman Associates, Inc.
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$62K - $64K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Reference Librarian
Location: Bethesda, MD
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM (except Federal Holidays)
Salary Range: $62,000-$64,000 annually
Work Arrangement: Onsite up to four days per week with one to two days of telework
Join Our Team Supporting the National Library of Medicine
DBG in collaboration with Zimmerman Associates Inc. is seeking a Reference Librarian to support the National Library of Medicine (NLM) in Bethesda, Maryland. This full-time position is an exciting opportunity to contribute to NLM's mission of advancing biomedical research, supporting healthcare and public health, and providing access to high-quality health information nationwide through its partnership with the more than 6,000-member National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM).
As a member of our onsite team, you will assist researchers, librarians, scientists, healthcare professionals, and members of the public by providing authoritative health information, expert reference services, and guidance on NLM resources and databases.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
  • Respond to email and telephone reference inquiries from researchers, librarians, scientists, healthcare professionals, and the general public regarding medical and consumer health topics.
  • Provide expert assistance using National Library of Medicine resources and databases.
  • Evaluate, develop, edit, and maintain:
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
    • Fact sheets
    • Standard response templates
    • Wiki triage instructions
    • Subject guides
  • Provide reference desk coverage for the NLM Reading Room and assist visitors in accessing NLM collections and conducting database searches.
  • Collaborate closely with team members and leadership to ensure exceptional customer service and information support.
  • Perform additional related duties as assigned to support project objectives.

Note: The NLM Reading Room is currently open to the public by appointment only due to ongoing renovations.
Required Qualifications
Education
  • Master of Library Science (MLS) or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA), or
  • Recent graduate of an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS program.
Skills & Abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • Ability to work onsite up to four days per week and telework one to two days per week.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of National Library of Medicine resources and services.
  • Professional library experience, internship experience, or library assistant experience providing reference, circulation, or customer service support.
  • Experience in a medical, health sciences, hospital, or academic library environment.
  • One or more years of experience working with or supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH), preferably the National Library of Medicine.
Position Details
Labor Classification: Reference Librarian
Task Order: National Library of Medicine (NLM) Reference Desk Services
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Compensation & Benefits
DBG offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Salary range of $62,000-$64,000
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation accrual (10 days annually)
  • Sick leave
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At DBG, we believe that diverse perspectives and experiences drive innovation and success. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply if you are excited about this opportunity and our mission.
We particularly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and candidates from historically underrepresented communities. Your unique background and experiences may make you an excellent fit for this role in ways not fully reflected in the qualifications listed above.

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