Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Imaging)

Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Imaging)

Serves as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) specialized in imaging equipment within the Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Department at the Durham VA Health Care System. 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.

Duties may include but are 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

7 : 30 am - 4 : 00 pm, Monday - Friday

Telework

Not available

Virtual

This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #

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Relocation / Recruitment Incentives

Not Authorized

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.

Environmental Factors

the work may include electrical energy, working on ladders, working outdoors, and working alone. There may be occasional exposure to moderate risks or discomforts associated with hazardous materials. The work may involve occasional travel, driving, and / or traveling by motor vehicle.

Requirements

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

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Applicants must demonstrate at least one year of experience at the lower grade level of GS-11. This experience may include :

Grade Determinations

In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs for GS-12 :

Preferred Experience

Certification as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) or Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES)

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