The incumbent performs as a Staff Biomedical Engineer for the Major Projects Service within the Marion, IL VAMC. The Major Projects Service oversees all medical equipment and their associated clinical systems related to the planning, design, acquisition, and integration of medical equipment as part of the overall John Cochran Major Construction program.
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manages the planning, design, acquisition, and integration of medical equipment and clinical systems as part of overall Major Construction program activation requirements. Manages the project or implementation lead to varying medical devices and clinical systems requirements to successfully activate space, clinics, and Major Project requirements.
Performs as a Staff Biomedical Engineer within the Major Projects Service that maintains, supports, and implements a Healthcare Technology Management Program that meets or exceeds The Joint Commission, NFPA, OIG, FDA, and other applicable healthcare regulatory requirements.
Serves as a staff advisor within the Major Projects Service in the area of Biomedical Engineering as well as engineering principles and practices, which relate to the area of specialization and scientific discipline, drawing from professional educational background, as well as practical experience.
Functions as a subject matter expert in the field of Biomedical Engineering who directly supports specialized clinical technology including service, system administration, training, and quality assurance at a medical center. Conducts data analysis on medical equipment utilization, repairs, and errors to support the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP). Develops the work performance specifications for a variety of service contractors.
Monitors the work of service contractors to assure that the work performance meets the needs of the medical center and conforms to the terms of the contract. Communicates essential contract information to personnel in the services. Interfaces with a multiplicity of services on solving problems related to both current and past contracts.
Assists in implementation of electronic devices, systems, and computers related to patient care equipment to confirm that they are utilized efficiently and safely. Observes the use of these devices and seeks user feedback to ensure new technology implementation supports and/or improves clinical workflow. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: AD-HOC only Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 0000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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christopher.turpen@va.gov · 615-225-3521
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $50460 – $116362/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-12.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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