Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist-Information Systems

AAMI; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

AAMI is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist-Information Systems to troubleshoot and maintain complex biomedical networks and databases. The role includes lifecycle management of medical devices, imaging, life support, dialysis, and monitoring systems, with responsibility for CMMS documentation and recalls.

The candidate will implement emerging technologies, manage installation or upgrade projects, and ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory guidelines such as TJC, NFPA,

Qualifications

• BS/AS in biomedical tech or related field preferred.
• Experience with HL7/DICOM standards advantageous.
• Knowledge of safety standards (TJC, NFPA, FDA) is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and maintains computerized biomedical networks and databases.
• Manages lifecycle of medical devices and systems (imaging, life support, dialysis, monitoring).
• Implements new technologies including diagnostic modalities and virtual data centers.
• Maintains CMMS documentation and conducts recalls/safety alerts within timelines.
• Leads projects for biomedical information systems installation or upgrades.

Skills

HL7 knowledge

DICOM knowledge

Cybersecurity knowledge

Network troubleshooting

Project management

Education

Associates or higher in biomedical technology or biomedical engineering

Tools

HL7 tools

DICOM tools

Job description

OPENING DATE: 08/25/2026

CLOSING DATE: 09/02/2026

Duties

• Completes both routine and complex assignments involved identifying and troubleshooting issues.
• Manages, troubleshoots and maintains complete systems of computerized networks, databases and servers including but not limited to biomedical information systems that store or facilitate patient information.
• Implements and plans for new and emerging technologies including but not limited to diagnostic modalities, network management and storage, and virtual data centers.
• Designs, implements and manages network incident response due to infection, loss of service or regional and local policy changes according to VA guidelines.
• As assigned, employee is responsible for lifecycle management of any and all medical devices and systems such as imaging, life support, dialysis, and monitoring to include physical and network support.
• Maintains functional knowledge of relevant safety codes and standards of regulatory bodies including but not limited to The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), American College of Radiology (ACR), Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS).
• Documents all work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• As assigned, functions as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and keeps appropriate certification levels.
• Investigates, remediates and documents recalls and safety alerts within established timeframes.
• Maintains knowledge of the state of the art in medical technology, including scientific advances, network protocols, and vendor changes. Focuses on professional development in all areas of medical technology lifecycle management, including technical skills. Knowledge and training is obtained from formal (conference, classes) or informal (magazines, articles, peer training) means.
• Provides training and education as appropriate to medical technology end users and clinical staff.
• Provides mentoring and technical training to peers and development graded BESS.
• May be tasked with leading and managing installation or upgrade projects for biomedical information systems, backup servers, other communication systems and other medical devices and systems.
• Additional duties are performed as assigned by supervisor related to maintenance, remediation, and tracking of medical systems (action items, special projects, etc.) to meet mission critical requirements.
• Represents Biomedical/Clinical Engineering department on committees and in meetings as delegated by supervisor.

Work Schedule: 7: 00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Subject to change based on the needs of the facility)

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 01670-F

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
• Must provide clean driving record report from the DMV during the pre-employment process.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• Your performance and conduct;
• The needs and interests of the agency;
• Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).
• Associates or higher degree in the biomedical technology or biomedical engineering field;OR
• Associates or higher degree in electronics, a field of information technology, or engineering (other than biomedical engineering) AND 1 year of creditable experience;OR
• Completion of the Department of Defense (DOD) biomedical equipment technician training program;OR
• Completion of a DOD training program in repair and maintenance of electronic systems or information technology AND 1 year of creditable experience;OR
• Completion of a biomedical engineering technician or Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) certificate program that included an internship or apprenticeship;OR
• Completion of biomedical engineering technician or HTM certificate program that did not include an internship AND 1 year of creditable experience;OR
• 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: Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist-Information Systems GS-12.

Experience.

One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:

• Knowledge of Health Level 7 (HL7) and Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) standards.
• Knowledge of advanced testing methods to troubleshoot networked medical equipment and clinical system interfaces.
• Skill in maintaining computer and server based medical equipment, databases, and software.
• Skill in managing medical equipment and clinical system projects that interface with an electronic health record or other information systems.
• Skill in applying cybersecurity standards to medical devices and clinical systems such as Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines.
• Ability to apply information security tools including virus protection, software updates, and operating system patches.
• Ability to establish a medical network including VLAN configuration, Internet Protocol addressing, and network security.