The Histopathology Technician (Lead) serves as the point of contact or technical expert and advisor to laboratory and professional medical staff in the specialty of surgical pathology and cytology. Independently performs both routine and complex histological procedures. 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. Experience and Education (1) Experience. One year of experience in a health care field that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides an understanding of the work such as but not limited to a medical or clinical laboratory assistant (or technician) or health technician. OR, (2) Education (a) Four academic years above high school leadi