Duties and responsibilities of the advanced staff specialist may work with other generalists on a regular basis through hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, serology and send out areas. Weekend duties and work off-hour shifts might be required as priorities demonstrate a need. 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. 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: In accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, VA Handbook 5005 Part II, Medical Technologists must be proficient in spoken and written English. Education an