• Open & closing dates
05/03/2022 to 05/23/2022
• Salary
$79,363 - $103,176 per year
• Pay scale & grade
GS 12
• Help Location
5 vacancies in the following location:
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Tampa, FL
• Telework eligible
No
• Travel Required
Not required
• Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
• Appointment type
Permanent
• Work schedule
Full-time
• Service
Excepted
• Promotion potential
None
• Job family (Series)
1601 Equipment Facilities, And Services
• Supervisory status
No
• Security clearance
Not Required
• Drug test
Yes
• Announcement number
CBTC-11479720-22-KM
• Control number
651521700
Help Duties
Note: This announcement contains newly approved positions to allow for continued support of our Veterans.
The Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) (Imaging) provides clinical and administrative support to staff, patients, and administrators for all matters of concern relating to the facility wide lifecycle management of advanced imaging or radiological devices and other medical devices. Biomedical support requires the application of engineering and mechanical concepts and methodology to provide lifecycle management and technical support of diagnostic, therapeutic devices, monitoring, and other equipment utilized in the practice of medicine, and to improve health service delivery systems for communities and within individual VA facilities (medical centers, outpatient clinics, and domiciliaries). Lifecycle management encompasses the following: technology assessment including defining requirements and analyzing alternatives with clinical users; technology acquisition including technical evaluation and best value determination of proposed equipment and systems; technology implementation including site preparation, incoming inspections, device/system integration, network device security implementation and clinical/technical training; technology sustainment including regular and unscheduled maintenance, upgrades and enhancements, continuing education; end of useful life tasks including decommissioning, data sanitization, and technical evaluation for condition prior to disposal; and strategic planning for end of life replacement in conjunction with clinical services. The BESS (Imaging) maintains advanced imaging or radiological devices and other medical equipment using established local, regional and national policies and procedures designed to meet criteria and standards from multiple accrediting agencies and governing bodies.
Work Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8-4:30 PM
Telework : Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives : Not authorized.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Fi nancial Disclosure Report: Not required
Help 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
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/23/2022.
Basic Requirements :
• United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Policy.
• Experience and Education: Associates degree in Biomedical Electronics Technology, Biomedical Equipment Technology or Biomedical Engineering Technology or in a related technical field such as Electronic Technology or Information Technology and two years of experience as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist, Biomedical Equipment Technician, Field Service Engineer, Medical Equipment Repairer, or Information Technology Specialist. OR Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or in a related field such as Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) or Information Technology. OR Completion of a military training program in biomedical equipment and two years of experience as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist or Biomedical Equipment Technician, Field Service Engineer, Medical Equipment Repairer or Information Technology Specialist.
Grade Determinations :
Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Imaging), GS-12
• Experience . At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Certification as a Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES) is highly desirable at this level however it is not required.
• Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
• (a) Knowledge of codes and standards relevant to safe operation of radiation producing medical devices such as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), The Joint Commission (TJC), American College of Radiology (ACR), Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) and The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).
• (b) Comprehensive knowledge of imaging techniques, technologies, radiological practices and procedures.
• (c) Skill in using advanced radiological test equipment such as radiation dosimeters, calibration phantoms, high voltage testing devices, KV and MA meters and monitor calibration devices.
• (d) Ability to resolve highly complex breakdowns that have an immediate risk to patient safety.
• (e) Ability to maintain and troubleshoot networked medical imaging equipment to include VLAN
configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting, and network security, and build, configure, repair and install
workstations and servers in imaging and non-imaging environments.
• (f) Ability to utilize and maintain computer and server based medical equipment, medical record
databases, and proprietary and generic software, experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, and
DICOM standards.
• Assignment . For all assignments above the full-performance level, the higher-level duties must
consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the
incumbent at least 25% of the time. The incumbent may be responsible for the complete systems
management of computerized/networked imaging systems and databases and their inter-connectivity
with PACS, related modalities and the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Utilizes specialized
diagnostic software, specialized quality assurance tools and measuring equipment, detailed technical
literature, and standard electronic and computer test equipment. Ensures required software updates and
backups are completed to maintain continued functionality of equipment, patient safety, and data
integrity. The incumbent assists in designing and implementing best approaches to recovery of critical
computerized databases and operating systems. The incumbent should be considered a technical expert
on one or more advanced imaging system and may provide input to the VISN High-Cost/High-Tech
Committee, may serve as a VISN or national technical resource as needed. Advises clinicians and
management regarding the acquisition, integration, and application of medical imaging technologies.
Participates in the acquisition, technical requirements and evaluations, project planning and deployment
of medical imaging systems. May serve as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for purchase of
medical equipment, maintenance/repair contracts, and facility projects. He/she is responsible for
coordinating with the facility stakeholders including but not limited to medical staff, clinical personnel,
Biomedical Engineering, OI&T, service managers, Patient Safety, senior salespeople and equipment
manufacturers on procurement related or technical issues.
References: VA Handbook 5005/95 Part II Appendix G49 VA Qualification Standard, Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist , GS-1601, http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/Directives-Handbooks/Documents/5005.pdf . This can be found in the local Human Resources Office
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS 12.
Physical Requirements: Incumbent must be able to stoop, reach, kneel, crouch, and maintain intense concentration for long periods of time under most adverse conditions, such as troubleshooting, repairing and/or calibrating life-saving equipment while it is monitoring and/or supporting the life of a patient. Heavy lifting (over 40 lbs) can be accomplished by getting assistance when needed. Circuit repairs required adequate eyesight and dexterity for working on high-density boards.
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/ . If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html .
Additional information
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application .
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