Cytotechnologist serve in the anatomic pathology/ cytology section of the pathology laboratory. The incumbent serves as the gatekeeper for all cytology specimens that are processed in cytology and is responsible for day-to-day oversight of specimen preparation, quality control, quality assurance and proficiency testing programs within the cytology section. 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. Must have successfully completed a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university and successfully completed a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs accredited cytotechnology program. Certification: Must currently po