Clinical Pathology Specimen Processing

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Feb 27, 2026
Clinical Pathology Specimen Processing Clinical Pathology - Specimen Processing Hiring Department: Labs/Pathology Services Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039730 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: 11:30PM - 8:00AM, Monday - Friday, rotating weekends Shift: Nights # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: March 5, 2026 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $54,267.20 - 105,664.00 / Annual Salary 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 Supervisor of Clinical Pathology Laboratory oversees and coordinates the activities of subordinate staff performing specimen receiving, accessioning and processing. In this capacity, the Supervisor of Clinical Pathology Laboratory coordinates day to day changes in staffing and maintains the specimen receiving and processing procedure manual. They also assist in staffing the specimen processing section, the training of laboratory personnel and laboratory and medical students. Duties & Responsibilities: Receive a wide variety of specimens arriving at the laboratory Use the laboratory information system for all records functions and inquiries related to testing of patient specimens and Quality Assurance data collection. Complete Problem Analysis Reports to thoroughly document any matters requiring follow-up or corrective action. Interact with physicians, patients, staff, visitors and all customers via telephone and in person, in a pleasant and helpful manner. Work cooperatively with the administrative staff to prepare for inspections and surveys related to accreditation requirements. Ensure readiness of Specimen Processing for said inspections. Ensure quality customer service: Coordinate customer service training. Conduct periodic in-service reviews to maintain consistent application of customer service skills. Perform General Supervisory functions: Prepare and conduct Performance Management (PMS) reviews. Institute employee discipline and counseling. Assist in employee recruitment and interview process. Assist in payroll and clockwork preparation. Assist in devising staff schedules. Review and update the Specimen Processing procedure manuals. Conduct periodic staff meetings. Participate in the Laboratory Continuing Education (CE) program. Ensure continuous workflow of the laboratory by working closely with other supervisors by communicating verbally. Ensure staff meet TAT's and Quality Assurance standards. Perform Specific Supervisory functions Coordinate training of personnel. Complete training checklists. Complete competency evaluation. Perform quality assurance data collection. Prepare quality control reports for review by the Administrative Manager and the Departmental Quality Assurance (QAI) committee. Perform advanced maintenance and troubleshooting on the centrifuge as needed Prepare, review and update specimen processing laboratory procedure manual. Attend morning managers' meetings in the absence of the manager. Inventory supplies on a routine basis and order supplies as necessary to assure no interruption in processing patient specimens. Perform other duties as assigned. 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: Strong experience working in Specimen Processing laboratory. Experience using laboratory information systems. Experience supervising lab staff. Experience with Quality Assurance. Strong communication skills (written and verbal). To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19181?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-81a782057a2d9c4181f0bbbd40b5008c