Supervisor of Clinical Pathology Laboratory (Routine Histology Supervisor)

Supervisor of Clinical Pathology Laboratory

(Routine Histology Supervisor) - UI Health, Labs/Path

Chicago, IL, United States

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Posted on: 10/26/2026 - Application Deadline: 11/9/2026

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Supervisor of Clinical Pathology Laboratory (Routine Histology Supervisor) - UI Health, Labs/Path

Hiring Department: Labs/Pathology Svcs

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1043338

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:30AM - 2:00PM

Shift: Days

of Positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-Site

Pay Range: The previously determined pay range for this position is $55,348.80 - 107,785.60 / Annual Salary. Pay is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The Routine Histology Supervisor supervises and coordinates the activities of the subordinate technologists, technicians, aides and assistants performing a variety of tests of a moderately or highly complex nature. In this capacity, they assure efficient, accurate and timely reporting of test results and examinations. The Routine Histology Supervisor also performs routine complex tests which involve delicate and exacting steps requiring measured judgment as to the appropriate procedures to be employed. Such testing may be performed by manual methods involving technical interpretation and by automated analyzers involving maintenance and troubleshooting. They may also assist with the instructing of laboratory personnel, and laboratory and medical students.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Direct and Indirect Supervision of Histotechnologist, Medical Technologist, Histology Technicians, Medical Laboratory Technicians.
• Directly supervise the Histology Laboratory technologists and technicians.
• Plan, assign, and adjust work assignments to achieve maximum efficiency without compromising the highest standards of accuracy of results and the timeliness of reporting.
• Advise and assist personnel in assigned areas as questions and problems arise, troubleshoot and problem solve in the laboratory as needed.
• Perform bench level testing as required.
• Monitor staff performance and work with the manager in preparing formal performance evaluations. Develop the performance goals and objectives for each staff member.
• Assist in employee recruitment and interview process.
• Conduct periodic staff meetings.
• Perform timecard adjustments for assigned staff.
• Review and assess competencies of the assigned staff.
• Coordinate training of personnel, complete training checklists and complete competency evaluation.
• Perform a wide variety of histological preparation procedures for surgical, autopsy and cytology purposes.
• Write and review technical procedures with detailed instructions covering specific methodology, set-up, and conduct of new or modified procedures.
• Supervise and train new employees and pathology residents in the maintenance and preparation of laboratory materials and equipment.
• Order and maintain laboratory supplies and reagent inventory.
• Develop, maintain, and review Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control in the laboratory (QC).
• Coordinate instrument comparisons and AMR studies.
• Coordinate CAP proficiency testing.
• Perform CLIA validation studies for new instruments, tests, procedures.
• Coordinate and participate in R&D projects
• Work with administrative staff to prepare for inspections and surveys related to accreditation requirements, and assure regulatory body inspection readiness.
• Ensure continuous workflow of the laboratory by working closely with other supervisors by communicating verbally.
• Interact with physicians, staff, visitors and all customers via telephone conversations and/or in person, in a pleasant and helpful manner.
• Participate in the laboratory Continuing Education (CE) program.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum

Qualifications

Required:

1. Any one or any combination of the following, totaling six (6) years (72 months), from the categories below:

• A. college training with a major in biological sciences or closely related field

• 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)

• Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)

• 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)

• Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

• B. progressively responsible work experience in a clinical pathology facility which must include: hematology, urinalysis, fecal analysis, clinical chemistry, exfoliative cytology, anatomic pathology and any other ancillary procedure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have knowledge of correct procedures for handling potentially infectious specimen material of patient origin, so as not to contaminate self, coworkers or the work area.
• Must have knowledge of the importance of appropriate waste handling and disposal.
• Must have training in the specialized areas of histology (e.g. immunohistochemistry techniques).
• Must be able to maintain laboratory equipment, e.g. microtomes, automatic tissue processors, etc.
• Must understand the applications and purpose of laboratory quality assurance programs and procedures.
• Must be able to identify personnel problems and have knowledge of the University's Civil Service Policies and Rules for Non-academic Personnel, in executing progressive discipline.
• Must be able to maintain productive communication with peers, superiors, health care staff and visitors.
• Must understand the function of the medical laboratories in the health care environment.
• Must have knowledge of the importance of the flexibility necessary for work performance within the laboratory setting and the importance of a professional appearance and attitude.