Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist Job in Philadelphia, PA

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

• BESS assist in lifecycle management of any and all medical systems such as imaging, lab analyzers, life support, dialysis, and monitoring to include physical and network support.
• Completes both routine and moderately complex assignments involved in the installation, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of these therapeutic, diagnostic, and life support medical devices and systems of differing complexities.
• Coordinates and works effectively with other facility support
  departments including but not limited to Facilities Management Service (FMS), Office of Information
  Technology (OIT), Sterile Processing Service (SPS), and Environmental Management Service (EMS).
  Specific tasks include but are not limited to incoming inspections, regular and unscheduled maintenance,
  and planning for end of life replacement in conjunction with clinical services. Utilizes common test
  equipment including, but not limited to, electrical safety analyzers, oscilloscopes, patient simulators, pulse
  generators, network analyzers, and multimeters.
• Performs testing and troubleshooting of medical devices and systems involving their interfaces and
  connections to information systems either directly or through the facility's hardwired and wireless
  networks. Learns and adheres to Medical Device Isolation Architecture (MDIA) Guidelines in both pre-procurement
  and during system implementation. May load operating system (OS) and clinical application software as needed under guidance of more experienced BESS. Executes VA guidelines when assisting in responding to network incidents (due to infection, loss of services or regional and local policy changes).
• 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).
• Documents all work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). This
  documentation is completed in accordance with regulatory body requirements, Healthcare Technology
  Management (HTM) Documentation of Services guidelines and other organizational requirements.
• As assigned, may work closely with designated Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to gain
  knowledge of government contract procedures and documentation requirements such as development of
  statements of work, sole source justifications, other applicable documentation (6550, Independent
  Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), etc.) and overseeing vendor work.
• Investigates, remediates and documents recalls and safety alerts within established timeframes. Identifies hazards during
  routine job performance and takes action to ensure they are addressed and corrected.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of the state of the art in medical technology, including scientific advances, basic network protocols and medical device security, 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. As this is a developmental level 2 position, the employee will spend time working with more experienced BESS and/or Biomedical Engineer to learn and develop technical and administrative skills.
• Provides training and education as appropriate to medical technology end users and clinical staff.
• Provides mentoring and technical training to peers and lower graded development BESS.
• May assist with management of installation or upgrade projects for medical devices and systems. This includes but is not limited to pre-implementation planning and coordination with end users, vendors, and other onsite support staff (OIT, Informatics, SPS, etc.)
• 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. May be asked to assist in other administrative duties as well.
• Serves as an advocate for Biomedical/Clinical Engineering department in all interactions with others.
  
  Work Schedule: Monday -Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to a background/security investigation
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• It is VHA policy that all VHA Health Care Personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or obtain an approved accommodation for medical, pregnancy, or religious reasons, when required by law.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/03/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12669499.

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Next steps

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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.