Cytology Supervisor

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL seeks a Cytology Supervisor to oversee daily cytology laboratory operations, including Pap tests and non-gynecologic specimen processing. This role provides leadership for staff, ensures accurate reporting, and maintains compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other standards.

The ideal candidate will supervise staff, coordinate schedules, and support FNA procedures, with a focus on quality and efficiency in a high-volume cytology service.

Qualifications

• ASCP Cytotechnologist certification or completion of a CAAHEP-accredited cytotechnology program.
• Minimum of three years full-time cytotechnologist experience within the preceding ten years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily cytology laboratory operations, including gynecologic (Pap tests) and non-gynecologic specimen processing and evaluation.
• Coordinate staffing schedules, assignments, and workflow to ensure efficiency and coverage.
• Perform and oversee microscopic evaluation of cytology specimens and ensure diagnostic accuracy.
• Lead staff training, onboarding, and continuing education programs while ensuring regulatory compliance (CLIA, CAP).

Skills

Cytology operations

Laboratory supervision

Education

ASCP Cytotechnologist certification

CAAHEP cytotechnology program

Tools

Cytology equipment

Job description

• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Overview

• Department: Specialty Lab
• Schedule: Full Time Days 9a-5:30p
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Responsibilities

The Cytology Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the cytology laboratory, ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant evaluation of cytologic specimens. This role provides leadership and technical oversight for cytology services, including gynecologic and non-gynecologic testing, as well as fine needle aspiration (FNA) support. The Cytology Supervisor is responsible for staff supervision, competency assessment, and performance evaluations, while maintaining adherence to CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards. The position collaborates closely with pathologists, laboratory leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to support high-quality diagnostic services, continuous quality improvement, and optimal patient care outcomes.

• 1) Supervise daily cytology laboratory operations, including gynecologic (Pap tests) and non-gynecologic specimen processing and evaluation
• 2) Coordinate staffing schedules, assignments, and workflow to ensure efficiency and adequate coverage
• 3) Perform and oversee microscopic evaluation of cytology specimens and ensure diagnostic accuracy
• 4) Assist and support pathologists during fine needle aspiration (FNA) procedures, including adequacy assessments when applicable
• 5) Ensure timely and accurate reporting of cytology results in the laboratory information system
• 6) Monitor productivity and turnaround times in accordance with regulatory standards
• 7) Conduct staff competency assessments (initial, semiannual, and annual) in compliance with CLIA and CAP requirements
• 8) Perform staff performance evaluations, provide coaching, and implement corrective actions when necessary
• 9) Lead staff training, onboarding, and continuing education programs
• 10) Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, TJC, and other applicable regulatory and accreditation standards
• 11) Maintain cytology quality assurance programs, including cytology-histology correlation, rescreening, and discrepancy review
• 12) Oversee proficiency testing and ensure appropriate documentation and follow-up actions
• 13) Develop, review, and update cytology policies, procedures, and standard operating protocols
• 14) Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of cytology equipment and instrumentation
• 15) Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with infection control and safety standards
• 16) Collaborate with pathologists, clinicians, and laboratory leadership to support patient care and service improvements
• 17) Monitor workload distribution and prioritize cases based on clinical urgency
• 18) Support documentation, coding, and billing processes related to cytology services
• 19) Participate in validation and implementation of new technologies, methods, and test systems
• 20) Prepare for and lead regulatory inspections and audits; address deficiencies with corrective action plans
• 21) Manage inventory, including ordering and maintaining adequate supplies and reagents
• 22) Participate in departmental budgeting, productivity monitoring, and cost management initiatives
• 23) Serve as a technical resource and elevate complex cases or issues as needed
• 24) May act as department lead in the absence of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Pathologist
• 25) Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• ASCP Cytotechnologist certification, or equivalent or Completion of a cytotechnology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), required as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1483).
• Minimum of three year full-time experience as a cytotechnologist within the preceding ten years, required as stated in (42 CFR 493.1469).

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $92,601.60 to $124,633.60 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf