Supervisory Biomedical Engineer (Clinical)
This position is located in the Biomedical Engineering Service Line at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center. The Supervisory Biomedical Engineer (Clinical) supports and advances patient care by applying engineering and managerial skills to healthcare technology, and is responsible for:
Conducting a medical equipment and clinical systems management program that meets current requirements of The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes, standards and handbooks as well as VA/VHA requirements. Development and management of a complex, professional, highly technical HTM program. The program has direct impact on all services provided by Medical Centers, their outpatient clinics, as well as some services provided by Medical Centers throughout VISN 2. The HTM program must provide safe, reliably maintained medical equipment and clinical systems for the delivery of quality healthcare in a cost-effective manner. Leading at a Service Chief level within the VAMC and demonstrates interpersonal skills as an envoy for the VISN 2 HTM Service Line in order to facilitate better relationships and procedures within their Service and with other Services within their VAMC and among the VISN 2 Medical Centers. Supervising and managing the local VAMC HTM program. This requires balancing the many priorities from the VAMC and VISN. The incumbent reports directly to the VISN 2 HTM Chief, serves as a Service Chief, and routinely meets with the local VAMC Executive Leadership Team. Drafting and recommending VAMC policies related to medical equipment/clinical systems. The incumbent represents the HTM Service and, in some cases, the VA Medical Center in meetings and conferences. Advising clinical and administrative staff on medical engineering and clinical systems technology, including existing and emerging technology addressing viability, long-term suitability, compatibility, and/or safety while keeping abreast of changes in technology and utilizing information gained in the solution of biomedical engineering problems. Managing the VAMC recall and safety alert program for medical devices, including medical device incident investigations to assure compliance with patient safety goals, SMDA, and TJC requirements. Conducting capital asset and infrastructure planning for complex medical equipment and clinical systems spanning initial concept, installation, and effective implementation. The incumbent participates at the VAMC and VISN level with capital asset planning. Analyzing organizational and operational problems and develops timely and economical solutions to meet VAMC and VISN needs. The incumbent is the primary lead person responsible for in depth knowledge and technical support related to clinical/ medical network systems, and the associated duties for medical device protection and cyber security, virtualization, and disaster recovery. The incumbent has knowledge of medical device interoperability and communication to the electronic health record in VISTA and the future electronic health record system, as well as knowledge of HL-7 and DICOM. Supporting medical imaging modalities such as radiology systems which produce ionizing radiation (computerized axial tomography, cardiac cath labs, and fluoroscopy systems); nuclear gamma cameras; magnetic resonance imaging systems; GI systems; and dental systems; which provide digital imaging acquisition, local digital archival storage and distribution of medical images to diagnostic and clinical archive servers. The modality devices reside on a high-speed network with fiber optic distribution throughout the hospital and a wide area network connection with support to remote outpatient clinics. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00 am to 4:
30 pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. Education or
Experience:
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Engineering. To be creditable, the curriculum must be from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum. Examples of acceptable engineering degrees include:
Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Biochemical Engineering. OR, Certification as a Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE) and a Bachelor's Degree not listed above. Certification means having successfully passed a CCE written and oral examination administered by the American College of Clinical Engineering. If appointed with a CCE requirement, the employee must maintain certification throughout employment. The American College of Clinical Engineering determines acceptable educational preparation and degree requirements for CCE eligibility. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations:
To qualify for the GS-13 level, Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Specialized experience includes, but is not limited to:
Supporting patient care by applying engineering and managerial skills to healthcare technology; Conducting an equipment management program that meets current JCAHO and NFPA requirements; Assuring the provision of a continuing education program for clinical staff addressing the principles and application of medical instrumentation used in the delivery of healthcare; Managing a recall and safety alert program for medical devices; Advising clinical and administrative staff on medical engineering technology addressing viability, long-term suitability, compatibility, and safety; Assisting with capital asset and infrastructure planning for medical equipment spanning initial concept, installation, and effective implementation of complex medical equipment; Functioning as the subject matter expert in the field of biomedical engineering who directly supports specialized clinical technology. GS-13 Candidates must possess all of the following:
Knowledge of the management of overall department resources, i.e., finances, space, equipment, supplies, and staffing at the local level. Ability to draft and/or recommend local policies and/or directives related to healthcare technology management. Ability to balance multiple responsibilities, set priorities, delegate tasks, meet multiple deadlines, analyze organizational problems, and develop and implement effective solutions. Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient operations, and use data effectively to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity within the area of responsibility. Skill in interpersonal relationships in leading and dealing with employees, team leaders, and managers, both within and outside the biomedical engineering program, to include conflict management, dispute resolution, mediation, or reasonable accommodations. References:
VA Handbook 5005/130, Part II, Appendix G38 - Biomedical Engineer Qualification Standard Physical Requirements:
Work involves standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, and frequently working in cramped spaces for prolonged periods. The employee continually lifts from 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds. The work also involves coping with complex, persistent demands from a variety of sources that can be regarded as a high pressure work situation.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Conducting a medical equipment and clinical systems management program that meets current requirements of The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes, standards and handbooks as well as VA/VHA requirements. Development and management of a complex, professional, highly technical HTM program. The program has direct impact on all services provided by Medical Centers, their outpatient clinics, as well as some services provided by Medical Centers throughout VISN 2. The HTM program must provide safe, reliably maintained medical equipment and clinical systems for the delivery of quality healthcare in a cost-effective manner. Leading at a Service Chief level within the VAMC and demonstrates interpersonal skills as an envoy for the VISN 2 HTM Service Line in order to facilitate better relationships and procedures within their Service and with other Services within their VAMC and among the VISN 2 Medical Centers. Supervising and managing the local VAMC HTM program. This requires balancing the many priorities from the VAMC and VISN. The incumbent reports directly to the VISN 2 HTM Chief, serves as a Service Chief, and routinely meets with the local VAMC Executive Leadership Team. Drafting and recommending VAMC policies related to medical equipment/clinical systems. The incumbent represents the HTM Service and, in some cases, the VA Medical Center in meetings and conferences. Advising clinical and administrative staff on medical engineering and clinical systems technology, including existing and emerging technology addressing viability, long-term suitability, compatibility, and/or safety while keeping abreast of changes in technology and utilizing information gained in the solution of biomedical engineering problems. Managing the VAMC recall and safety alert program for medical devices, including medical device incident investigations to assure compliance with patient safety goals, SMDA, and TJC requirements. Conducting capital asset and infrastructure planning for complex medical equipment and clinical systems spanning initial concept, installation, and effective implementation. The incumbent participates at the VAMC and VISN level with capital asset planning. Analyzing organizational and operational problems and develops timely and economical solutions to meet VAMC and VISN needs. The incumbent is the primary lead person responsible for in depth knowledge and technical support related to clinical/ medical network systems, and the associated duties for medical device protection and cyber security, virtualization, and disaster recovery. The incumbent has knowledge of medical device interoperability and communication to the electronic health record in VISTA and the future electronic health record system, as well as knowledge of HL-7 and DICOM. Supporting medical imaging modalities such as radiology systems which produce ionizing radiation (computerized axial tomography, cardiac cath labs, and fluoroscopy systems); nuclear gamma cameras; magnetic resonance imaging systems; GI systems; and dental systems; which provide digital imaging acquisition, local digital archival storage and distribution of medical images to diagnostic and clinical archive servers. The modality devices reside on a high-speed network with fiber optic distribution throughout the hospital and a wide area network connection with support to remote outpatient clinics. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00 am to 4:
30 pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. Education or
Experience:
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Engineering. To be creditable, the curriculum must be from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum. Examples of acceptable engineering degrees include:
Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Biochemical Engineering. OR, Certification as a Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE) and a Bachelor's Degree not listed above. Certification means having successfully passed a CCE written and oral examination administered by the American College of Clinical Engineering. If appointed with a CCE requirement, the employee must maintain certification throughout employment. The American College of Clinical Engineering determines acceptable educational preparation and degree requirements for CCE eligibility. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations:
To qualify for the GS-13 level, Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Specialized experience includes, but is not limited to:
Supporting patient care by applying engineering and managerial skills to healthcare technology; Conducting an equipment management program that meets current JCAHO and NFPA requirements; Assuring the provision of a continuing education program for clinical staff addressing the principles and application of medical instrumentation used in the delivery of healthcare; Managing a recall and safety alert program for medical devices; Advising clinical and administrative staff on medical engineering technology addressing viability, long-term suitability, compatibility, and safety; Assisting with capital asset and infrastructure planning for medical equipment spanning initial concept, installation, and effective implementation of complex medical equipment; Functioning as the subject matter expert in the field of biomedical engineering who directly supports specialized clinical technology. GS-13 Candidates must possess all of the following:
Knowledge of the management of overall department resources, i.e., finances, space, equipment, supplies, and staffing at the local level. Ability to draft and/or recommend local policies and/or directives related to healthcare technology management. Ability to balance multiple responsibilities, set priorities, delegate tasks, meet multiple deadlines, analyze organizational problems, and develop and implement effective solutions. Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient operations, and use data effectively to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity within the area of responsibility. Skill in interpersonal relationships in leading and dealing with employees, team leaders, and managers, both within and outside the biomedical engineering program, to include conflict management, dispute resolution, mediation, or reasonable accommodations. References:
VA Handbook 5005/130, Part II, Appendix G38 - Biomedical Engineer Qualification Standard Physical Requirements:
Work involves standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, and frequently working in cramped spaces for prolonged periods. The employee continually lifts from 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds. The work also involves coping with complex, persistent demands from a variety of sources that can be regarded as a high pressure work situation.
- Department:
0858 Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering - Salary Range:
$92,749 to $120,577 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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