Biomedical Engineer

Biomedical Engineer The incumbent will provide professional engineering support to a complex, highly technical, and service oriented Biomedical Engineering Program. The Biomedical Program includes medical technology assessment, strategic planning, acquisition support, implementation, coordination, equipment management, and ongoing maintenance support. Major duties: Duties include, but are not limited to: Program Involvement and Management: The Biomedical Engineer reports directly to the Supervisory Biomedical Engineer. They receive administrative direction with assignments in terms of broadly defined missions and functions. They exercise authority to oversee the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of assigned Biomedical Program activities. They have responsibility for planning, designing and implementing programs, projects, studies, and other work to support healthcare technology at the Medical Center. Successful execution of these responsibilities has major impact upon the outcome of patient care delivery. Presentations may require written and oral communication as well as preparation of technical, informational, and graphical documentation. Technical Expertise: The Biomedical Engineer is recognized as the technical expert and advisor on Biomedical Engineering issues and aids in the Biomedical Engineering support provided by Biomedical staff at the medical center. They are responsible for providing assistance to the clinical staff in selection and utilization of medical equipment. The Biomedical Engineer advises the management staff in the areas of high-cost and high-volume medical technology, a wide array of general biomedical technology, as well as certain medical-related technology issues. Medical Technology Assessment, Acquisition, and Implementation: The Biomedical Engineer participates in technology assessment of medical equipment systems by working collaboratively with medical staff to evaluate market offerings, determine medical center requirements, design system configurations, and develop specifications. They work collaboratively with the Contracting staff to procure medical equipment that best meets clinical needs while containing resources. The Biomedical Engineer coordinates implementation of medical technology including assessing installation and site preparation requirements, managing project timelines, monitoring installation, and facilitating training of equipment operators and maintainers. While the Biomedical Engineer supports healthcare technology management primarily at the Medical Center, they occasionally support VISN initiatives as well. Medical Equipment Management: The Biomedical Program has direct impact on all clinical services provided by the Medical Center. The program must ensure the provision of safe, reliably maintained, and clinically appropriate medical equipment for the delivery of quality healthcare in a cost-effective manner. The Biomedical Engineer facilitates service support of medical equipment, identifying opportunities and recommending actions to improve service delivery, and cost containment. The Biomedical Engineer supports the Medical Equipment Management component of the Environment of Care for the Medical Center. Patient Safety: The Biomedical Engineer contributes to VHA, VISN, and Medical Center patient safety goals. They assure that medical device recalls and hazard alerts are managed and acted upon as appropriate and that equipment related safety enhancements are implemented in the Medical Center. The Biomedical Engineer supports implementation of effective education programs for medical equipment users. Budgetary and Financial Management: A high degree of technical judgment, initiative, originality, and resourcefulness is required to efficiently and effectively anticipate, identify, and solve unique challenges in the dynamic Medical Center environment. Participation in medical technology management and equipment procurement processes include "right-sizing" equipment functionality, actively participating in the development of technical specifications, evaluating technical proposals, and contributing to price negotiations. The Biomedical Engineer analyzes maintenance strategies including review of out-sourcing versus in-house support. They analyze and recommend optimal maintenance strategies for medical instrumentation systems. The Biomedical Engineer participates in financial management of the Biomedical Engineering Department, including budget forecasting and maintenance cost analysis. Personnel: The Biomedical Engineer consults on matters pertaining to Biomedical Engineering personnel including staffing levels, recruitment, retention, performance, and education. They often direct technical support staff to support effective service delivery. The Biomedical Engineer fosters and coordinates continuous staff development of Biomedical personnel. Work Schedule: Full-time; Monday-Friday, 0700-1530 Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Requirements: 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. 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. 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.