Biomedical Engineer

Summary The Biomedical Engineer position works within the Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Depart at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The program includes, but is not limited to: consultation with clinical and technical staff regarding medical equipment needs and requirements, medical technology assessment, strategic planning, acquisition support, program and project management, networked medical device protection, ongoing maintenance support and quality assurance for medical equipment. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to: Uses basic engineering principles to provide limited professional, healthcare technology management services for the medical center. Projects or assignments typically include facility-based work, and may include assisting with VISN or National HTM projects. Continually learns new technology, identifies trends, and utilizes the information to solve biomedical engineering problems. Assists in lifecycle management of medical equipment and clinical systems. Participates in technology assessment of medical equipment systems by working collaboratively with clinical staff to evaluate market offerings, determine medical center requirements, design system configurations, and develop technical specifications. Works collaboratively with Contracting staff to procure medical equipment and maintenance that best meets clinical needs, to include evaluating technical proposals and contributing to price negotiations. Assists and/or coordinates implementation of medical technology including assessing installation and site preparation requirements, managing project timelines, monitoring installation, and facilitating training for equipment operators and maintainers. Participates on medical center construction projects, space functional changes, and associated planning with respect to HTM-supported technologies, including site preparation for medical equipment, non- recurring maintenance projects, and minor construction projects. Assists with remediation and documentation of hazard alerts and recall notifications concerning medical equipment impacting the facility. Supports a medical equipment management program that allows the DC VAMC to meet the requirements set by accrediting organizations such as The Joint Commission (T JC). Assists in troubleshooting medical equipment and clinical systems using a variety of technical data and corrective action practices. Utilizes basic networking concepts, such as computer and server hardware and software used in conjunction with medical devices and clinical systems. Demonstrates the ability to analyze organizational and operational problems involving medical equipment, and recommend timely and economical solutions accordingly. Assists with analyzing and recommending optimal maintenance strategies for medical equipment and systems, to include cost-benefit evaluation of out-sourcing versus in-house support. Assists with preparing quality assurance monitoring reports and standard operational procedures. Assists in the development/review of medical center policy memoranda. Documents all work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Provides customer support to staff, evaluates issues and needs, responds with solutions, and keeps customers abreast of status. Complies with all applicable standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8am-4:30pm EST Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:688-25119-F, 688-25120-F, 688-25121-F, 688-25122-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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

Created: 2026-04-23