Medical Technologist II (Cytology Supervisor

Medical Technologist II (Cytology Supervisor)

Chicago, IL, United States

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1042361

Posted on: 8/17/2026 - Final date to receive applications: 9/7/2026

Medical Technologist II (Cytology Supervisor)

Location
:
Chicago, IL USA

Requisition : 1042361

FTE
: 1

Work Schedule
: M-F 8am-4:30pm

Shift
:
Days

# of Positions
: 1

Workplace Type
:
On-Site

Posting Close Date
: 9/7/2026

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $69,867.20-$

* Final salary offered will be determined bymarket data, internal equity, candidate experience/qualifications, and budget.*

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.

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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.

Position Summary

The Medical Technologist II (Cytology Supervisor) supervises subordinate technologists, technicians, aides and assistants performing a variety of tests of a moderately or highly complex nature. In this capacity, they ensure efficient, accurate and timely reporting of results of tests and examinations.

The Medical Technologist II Cytology 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.

The Medical Technologist II Cytology Supervisor also is responsible for all quality control/quality assurance activities in Cytology, preventative maintenance, monitoring of supplies, implementation of testing brought into the Cytology laboratory, and any other duties assigned by the Anatomical Pathology Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

Technical:

• Perform complex microscopic evaluations according to laboratory policies and procedures. Assist other cytotechnologists with issues that may occur, providing troubleshooting expertise and quality control/assurance guidance.
• Independently perform Adequacy Assessment of Imaged-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration, with Fellow/Resident and or Faculty backup.
• Ensure continuous workflow of the laboratory by working closely with the cytotechnologists through verbal communications.
• Review tests results before reporting, using technical and scientific knowledge to recognize and verify result validity and clinical relevance; consult with Medical Director prior to the release of results when results are unusual or unanticipated.
• Coordinate and participate in R&D projects
• Prepare, review and update laboratory procedure manuals.
• Work cooperatively to prepare for inspections and surveys related to accreditation requirements
• Write new procedures as new testing is introduced into the Cytology Laboratory.
• Prepare and conduct Performance Management (PMS) reviews.
• Pass the annual CLIA mandated Cytology Proficiency testing.
• Institute employee discipline and counseling.
• Assist in employee recruitment and interview process.
• Conduct periodic staff meetings.
• Coordinate training of personnel, complete training checklists and complete competency evaluation.
• Interact with physicians, staff, visitors and all customers via telephone conversations and in person, in a pleasant and helpful manner.
• Maintain quality control checks in the cytopreparatory area.

Data Entry :

• Use the laboratory information systems to perform basic resulting, lookup, and billing functions of patient results through the Hospital/Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Use information systems down time procedures

Quality Assurance :

• Coordinate CAP proficiency testing.
• Perform established Quality Control review of cases.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date records of Cytology Laboratory activities, maintain record in compliance with Federal, State and CAP guidelines.
• Participate in data collection and monitoring of quality assurance monitors as determined by department and section policy and maintain appropriate records for these…