The Lead Medical Technologist develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results. The incumbent carries out all of the testing responsibilities of a fully performing Medical Technologist in addition to professional oversight responsibilities for multiple automated analytical systems and/or multiple laboratory testing sections. This position comes with a recruitment incentive for external candidates. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education and/or Experience Combination: A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, medical technology,