Biomedical Equipment Tech: Lifecycle & Clinical Support

AAMI; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) to provide clinical and administrative support for lifecycle management of medical equipment across the facility. The role requires applying engineering concepts to support diagnostic, therapeutic, monitoring devices and to ensure regulatory compliance.

Major duties include coordinating with facilities and IT, performing inspections and maintenance, and documenting activities in CMMS.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NFPA, FDA, TJC and AAMI standards for safe operation.
• Ability to interpret technical data including schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Skill in applying networking concepts (ACL, TCP/IP, VLAN).
• Proficient in using test/calibration equipment on medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Lifecycle management of medical systems including imaging, life support, dialysis, and monitoring.
• Coordinate with Facilities, IT, Patient Safety, SPS, Logistics, and EMS.
• Perform incoming inspections, routine and unscheduled maintenance, and end-of-life planning.
• Utilize test equipment and document work in CMMS.
• Provide training to end users and peers; mentor others.
• Lead or assist in installation or upgrade projects for devices.

Skills

Safety standards knowledge

Test equipment proficiency

Reading schematics & wiring diagrams

Networking principles

Advanced equipment troubleshooting

Medical computers & software upkeep

Project management

Education

Associates degree in Biomedical Electronics Technology

Associates degree in electronics/IT/engineering

DOD biomedical equipment training program

HTM/biomedical certificate with internship

CBET/CRES/CLES/CHTM certification

Tools

Digital multimeters

Electrical safety analyzers

Defibrillator analyzers

Patient simulators

Manometers

Tachometers

LAN analyzers

Job description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) to provide clinical and administrative support for lifecycle management of medical equipment across the facility. The role requires applying engineering concepts to support diagnostic, therapeutic, monitoring devices and to ensure regulatory compliance.

Major duties include coordinating with facilities and IT, performing inspections and maintenance, and documenting activities in CMMS.