The Lead Medical Technician is located in the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service (P&LMS) at the Mann-Grandstaff VAMC Spokane. The employee performs many different functions, including accession specimens into computer system; collects, evaluates and processes patient specimens; answers questions relative to specimens; instructs and assists patients; and sends out specimens for testing. Follows policies and procedures established by service, medical center, VA and regulatory agencies. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement, 08/01/2024. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements