Supervisor of Clinical Pathology Laboratory

Hiring Department: Path Labs

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1013883

Posting Close Date: 10/21/2022

Position Number: CE2948

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 at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are 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.

Description:

The Supervisor of Immunohistochemistry (IHC) 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, s/he assures efficient, accurate and timely reporting of test results and examinations. The Supervisor of IHC 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. S/he may also assist with the instructing of laboratory personnel, and laboratory and medical students. This individual provides laboratory and administrative support for personnel and leadership including but not limited to: Consulting with the Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Laboratory Director and Manager of Anatomic Pathology Labs on testing optimization.
Duties & Responsibilities

• 65% Technical - 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, IHC validation, precision & sensitivity studies, etc. 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.

• 30% Supervision - 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.

• 5% 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 duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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

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

• Associate Degree equals 2 years (24 months)
• 90 semester hours equals 3 years (36 months)
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher (120 semester hours) equals 4 years (48 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

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

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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.

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