Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist

Duties
Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (National) - Tele Technology GS-1601-13 Major duties:Lifecycle managementProvides input on medical technology to the national VHA Healthcare TechnologyManagement Program Office on Tele Technology;Monitors emerging biomedical technology and trends;Facilitates strategic equipment planning at a national level;Initiates and participates in technology assessment and product evaluations;Facilities Engineering, Patient Safety, Logistics, Contracting, NAC, and equipment manufacturers on procurement related or technical issues;Provides education and cross-training, sets up training programs on supporting and maintaining Tele Technology, network issues, certification;Coordinates national rollout of technology updates/upgrades and implementation of new systems; andManages national equipment inventory database on Tele Technologies and other medical systems, in order to make decisions and respond to identified issues.Policy and AdministrativeReviews and drafts national policies and procedures for VHA-wide implementation and maintenance as related to the Tele Technology;Provides education and creates local, regional, and national training programs for Tele Technology;Establishes and shares best practices for maintaining and managing medical technology; Investigates and advises on medical device and information security issues at a national level;Provides support of Alert & Recall Management System (ARMS) and patient safety on a national level, consulting with the HTM Program Office and NCPS;Provides guidance to VHA facilities on applicable regulatory requirements, codes and standards as they apply to the safety, operation, and management of Tele Critical Care and other technology;Serves as VA BESS liaison to equipment manufacturers for Tele Technologies at a national level.Technical SupportProvides maintenance and technology management guidance nationally across VHA both remotely and on-site;Serves as national expert on Tele Technology and related technologies and provides consultation on medical technology systems that span across multiple regions in the VHA organization;Provides expert guidance and hands-on support for Tele Technology including preventive and corrective maintenance; shares troubleshooting tips, training, and best practices;Other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - FridayCompressed/Flexible: AuthorizedTelework: This is a telework eligible position.Virtual:This is a virtual position. (Virtual refers to work performed on full-time basis using VA-leased space or at a VA facility other than the facility that hired the employee).Remote: This is not a remote position. (Remote refers to work performed on full-time basis anywhere other than a VA facility or using VA-leased space).Functional Statement #: 759610Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedEDRP Authorized: Not AuthorizedPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not AuthorizedPCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure Report: Not requiredPhysical Requirements: The work is sedentary in nature. There are no special physical requirements. The work is performed primarily in office areas or conference rooms and similar environments. However, it may require some traveling.
This recruitment is for one position with the VHA Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Program Office located in Washington D.C or a location to be determined.This is not a remote position. The first 100 applications received will be reviewed. Additional applications will be considered based on hiring needs.
Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must be proficient in written and spoken English.You may be required to serve a probationary period.Subject to background/security investigation.Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). QualificationsApplicants 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: United States CitizenEnglish Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.Experience and Education:
1. Associates degree in Biomedical Electronics Technology, Biomedical Equipment Technology or Biomedical Engineering Technology or in a related technical field such as Electronic Technology or Information Technology and two years of experience as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist, Biomedical Equipment Technician, Field Service Engineer, Medical Equipment Repairer, or Information Technology Specialist.OR
2. Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or in a related field such as Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) or Information Technology.OR
3. Completion of a military training program in biomedical equipment and two years of experience as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist or Biomedical Equipment Technician, Field Service Engineer, Medical Equipment Repairer or Information Technology Specialist.Licensure/Certification/Registration: NoneGrade Determinations - Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (National) GS-13:
Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. Certification as a Project Manager highly desired but not required.Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (National) GS-13 must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:Ability to recommend and review policies and/or directives regarding medical technology.Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate work across multiple settings, e.g. medical centers, VISNs, VACO.Knowledge of the codes and standards of VA, TJC, NFPA, AAMI, FDA, and AHA as they apply to the safety and operation of medical instrumentation.Knowledge related to the characteristics, capabilities, installation, and configuration of medical equipment and their associated networks.Ability to analyze national and VISN-level technical issues and develop timely and economical solutions.Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service.
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Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
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