AISR Privileges

Includes: All patients (and their family members) of Jefferson University Physicians or Jefferson Hospital.

Scott Memorial Library:

• Access to Scott Memorial Library:
  Paid access during public hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (University holidays not included). Tour our facilities.
  • Access requirements for Scott Building:
    Scott Memorial Library welcomes visitors Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (University holidays not included).
    • VIsitors must purchase a $7 pass for each visit to the Library.
      • With proof of current patient status (note from physician or nurse or invoice from a Jefferson practice), patients and members of patients' family may receive a complimentary visitor's pass without paying the normal $7 fee per visit.
    • Passes are valid for one day only, for use until 5 p.m. on the date of issue.
    • Individuals may purchase a maximum of 4 passes per month. An individual membership program is available for more frequent access.
    • A valid form of government-issued identification must be presented for admission into the Library at the time of purchase.
    To enter Scott Memorial Library M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.:
    • Show a valid photo ID to the 1st floor Security Officer and sign in on the visitor log.
    • Present your proof of patient status at the 2nd floor Circulation Window to receive your complimentary pass.
    • If you leave the building during the day, you must show your visitor's pass to the Security Officer to reenter.
• Use of the Library's public computers and study space:
  Free access with complimentary one-day guest pass.
  The Library's public computers provide MS Office products and full Internet access.
• Use of licensed content (databases, electronic books, electronic journals, teaching materials) which requires a Jefferson Campus Key:
  Limited to IP-based materials which are accessible from the Library's public computers. Materials which require a Jefferson Campus Key are not included, however most journals and databases are included.
• Access to the Learning Resources Computer Labs and Classrooms:
  No access privileges to computer labs or classrooms.
• Borrowing privileges for Library print materials:
  No privileges.
• Database searches by an Information Services Librarian:
  Available for $60 per topic, plus any applicable online fees, for up to 25 topics per year.
  
  Scott Memorial Library has access to hundreds of databases on a wide range of scholarly and popular topics. For more information or to request a search, contact an Information Services Librarian at 215-503-8150, AskaLibrarian@jefferson.edu, or use the online search request form.
• Photocopy and laser printing rate:
  Twenty-five cents ($0.25) per standard black & white page, plus the cost of a copy card ($1).
  
  Photocopy machines and laser printers are self-service, card-operated. Copy cards may be purchased and recharged at the Circulation Window on the 2nd floor of the Library. Please note, copy cards are non-refundable. See the printing/copying policies page for further information.

AISR Learning Resources Centers

AISR’s Learning Resources Division provides computer labs, educational software and biomedical models.

• No access privileges to computer labs.

Medical Media Services

The MMS department provides slides, photography, artwork and other biomedical communication support services.

• Access to the services of Medical Media Services at standard fees.

Responsibilities

• Display the Visitor Pass in plain sight at all times while in the Library.
• Library passes are the property of Thomas Jefferson University and must be surrendered upon the request of Scott Memorial Library staff.
• Follow all Library and University policies. Failure to comply with policies may result in loss of Library privileges and ejection from the Library.
• Food may not be consumed while in the Library. Beverages are permitted in approved containers only.
• Computer users must comply with the University's Electronic Communication Policy.

For any questions regarding membership services or privileges, please contact:

Roderick MacNeil, Deputy University Librarian
Scott Memorial Library
Thomas Jefferson University
1020 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-503-2827 (voice)
215-923-3203 (fax)
Rod.MacNeil@jefferson.edu (email)