Biomedical Engineer

Summary As a Biomedical Engineer (BME) for the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, Memphis, TN, the incumbent provides professional engineering support to a complex, highly technical, and service-oriented Healthcare Technology Management Section within Engineering Service. The Biomedical Engineering Program includes medical technology assessment, strategic planning, acquisition support, implementation, coordination, equipment management, and ongoing maintenance support. Responsibilities The Biomedical Engineer reports directly to the Chief 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 Engineering program activities. They have responsibility for planning, designing and implementing programs, projects, studies, and other work to support healthcare technology at Memphis. Successful execution of these responsibilities has major impact upon the outcome of patient care delivery. The Biomedical Engineering represents Healthcare Technology Management on committees and in meetings as delegated by supervisor. Other duties include, but are not limited to: 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. work collaboratively with the Contracting and Supply Chain Management staff to procure medical equipment that best meets clinical needs while containing resources. assessing installation and site preparation requirements, managing project timelines, monitoring installation, and facilitating training of equipment operators and maintainers. investigates, remediates and documents Repairable Medical Device (RMD) recalls and safety alerts issued through the VA Alerts and Recall Management System (ARMS) within established timeframes. Participates in local safety improvement processes such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), safety work groups, and Environment of Care Rounds. Identifies hazards during routine job performance and takes action to ensure they are addressed and corrected. consults on medical center construction projects, space functional changes, and associated planning with respect to medical technologies and medical- related technologies. supports an equipment management program that allows Memphis to meet the requirements set by accrediting organizations such as The Joint Commission (T JC) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP). ensure the provision of safe, reliably maintained, and clinically appropriate medical equipment for the delivery of quality healthcare in a cost-effective manner. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7am-3:30pm,or 7:30am-4pm, or 8am-4:30pm Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:51171-F, 51172-F, 51173-F, 51174 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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: 2026-05-02