Biomedical Equip Sup (Imaging)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marion VA Medical Center, part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Imaging) within its Healthcare Technology Management unit.

This role supports imaging equipment, clinical systems, and HTM processes throughout the facility lifecycle. Responsibilities include maintaining imaging systems, configuring interfaces, and ensuring cybersecurity measures and disaster recovery planning.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet one of the basic degree/certification paths listed in the basic requirements.
• U.S. citizenship and English proficiency are required as per VA standards.
• One year of creditable experience at GS-11 level or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of imaging principles, HL7/DICOM standards, and safety/compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage imaging systems and databases within the HTM department.
• Configure interfaces on imaging equipment and clinical systems.
• Coordinate cybersecurity measures and disaster recovery for imaging systems.
• Perform manufacturer-level maintenance on imaging equipment.
• Manage lifecycle of medical imaging equipment and clinical systems.

Skills

Imaging principles

HL7/DICOM

Imaging system testing

Cybersecurity measures

Troubleshooting complex failures

Education

Associates or higher in biomedical technology/biomedical engineering

Associates or higher in electronics/IT/engineering + 1 year exp

Tools

CMMS software

Imaging equipment maintenance tools

Job description

Summary

The Marion VA Medical Center is looking for a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist located within our Healthcare Technology Management unit. The BESS-Systems provides clinical and administrative support to staff - patients - and administrators for all matters of concern relating to the facility wide lifecycle management of networks - networked medical equipment and associated systems.

Summary

The Marion VA Medical Center is looking for a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist located within our Healthcare Technology Management unit. The BESS-Systems provides clinical and administrative support to staff - patients - and administrators for all matters of concern relating to the facility wide lifecycle management of networks - networked medical equipment and associated systems.

Qualifications

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: Be a citizen of the United States (U.S.)
• Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens according to 38 U.S.C.
• 7407(a)
• English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d)
• Experience - Education or Certification: (1) Associates or higher degree in the biomedical technology or biomedical engineering field
• OR (2) Associates or higher degree in electronics - a field of information technology - or engineering (other than biomedical engineering) AND 1 year of creditable experience
• OR (3) Completion of the Department of Defense (DOD) biomedical equipment technician training program
• OR (4) Completion of a DOD training program in repair and maintenance of electronic systems or information technology AND 1 year of creditable experience
• OR (5) Completion of a biomedical engineering technician or Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) certificate program that included an internship or apprenticeship
• OR (6) Completion of biomedical engineering technician or HTM certificate program that did not include an internship AND 1 year of creditable experience
• OR (7) Hold or having ever held certification as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) - Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES) - Certified Laboratory Equipment Specialist (CLES) - or Certified Healthcare Technology Manager (CHTM)
• Continuous maintenance of certification is not required throughout VHA employment
• May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
• Grade Determinations:Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level
• Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of imaging principles including techniques - technologies - radiological practices - and procedures
• Knowledge of HL7 and DICOM standards
• Skill in applying standards for safe operation of medical equipment and clinical systems including National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - Nuclear Radiation Commission (NRC) - Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - the Joint Commission (TJC) - and the American College of Radiology (ACR)
• Ability to resolve complex failures on imaging equipment and clinical systems
• Ability to perform advanced testing to troubleshoot imaging equipment and clinical system interfaces Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12
• Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment
• A pre-placement physical examination is not required.

Duties

• Serves as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) specialized in imaging equipment within a Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) department at a VA facility
• Works in support of the medical equipment management program
• In addition to duties at the full performance level - the BESS maintains imaging equipment and clinical systems
• Major duties include but not limited to: Manages imaging systems and databases
• Configures and supports interfaces on imaging equipment and clinical systems
• Coordinates and implements cybersecurity measures and disaster recovery plans
• Performs manufacturer-level maintenance on imaging systems
• Manages the planning - acquisition - and installation of imaging equipment
• Serves as a subject matter expert on assigned committees - projects - and workgroups
• Manages the lifecycle of medical equipment and clinical systems
• Troubleshoots medical equipment and clinical systems using a variety of technical data and completes corrective action
• Performs incoming inspections and planned maintenance on medical equipment and clinical systems
• Documents all work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Responds to and remediates hazard alerts - recall notifications - and incidents concerning medical equipment and clinical systems
• Documents all actions in the appropriate system
• Monitors system backups - ensures network connectivity - mitigates cybersecurity vulnerabilities - and maintains clinical systems
• Utilizes test equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions
• Manages projects involving medical equipment and clinical systems
• Provides customer support to staff - evaluates issues and needs - responds with solutions - and keeps customers abreast of status
• Educates staff on the safe operation and user-level maintenance of medical equipment and clinical systems
• Serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and/or purchase card holder
• Develops documentation to purchase commodities and/or vendor services
• Manages - monitors - and evaluates contractor performance and addresses issues or deficiencies
• Complies with applicable standards - policies - procedures - and regulatory requirements
• Provides guidance and mentorship to expand professional knowledge and enhance technical skillsets
• Maintains and enhances knowledge in technological advancements through professional development and technical training
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m
• - 4:30 p.m
• Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required