Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) at this level have a higher level of responsibility for technical oversight and are expected to independently carry out assigned tasks of considerable difficulty. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. English Language Proficiency. MLT candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Education. Candidates must meet the applicable educational requirements for certification. Certificati