Clarification from the agency

NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

• BESS assist in lifecycle management of any and all medical systems such as imaging, lab analyzers, life support, dialysis, and monitoring to include physical and network support.
• Completes both routine and moderately complex assignments involved in the installation, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of these therapeutic, diagnostic, and life support medical devices and systems of differing complexities.
• Coordinates and works effectively with other facility support
  departments including but not limited to Facilities Management Service (FMS), Office of Information
  Technology (OIT), Sterile Processing Service (SPS), and Environmental Management Service (EMS).
  Specific tasks include but are not limited to incoming inspections, regular and unscheduled maintenance,
  and planning for end of life replacement in conjunction with clinical services. Utilizes common test
  equipment including, but not limited to, electrical safety analyzers, oscilloscopes, patient simulators, pulse
  generators, network analyzers, and multimeters.
• Performs testing and troubleshooting of medical devices and systems involving their interfaces and
  connections to information systems either directly or through the facility's hardwired and wireless
  networks. Learns and adheres to Medical Device Isolation Architecture (MDIA) Guidelines in both pre-procurement
  and during system implementation. May load operating system (OS) and clinical application software as needed under guidance of more experienced BESS. Executes VA guidelines when assisting in responding to network incidents (due to infection, loss of services or regional and local policy changes).
• Maintains functional knowledge of relevant safety codes and standards of regulatory bodies including but
  not limited to The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Food and Drug
  Administration (FDA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Association for the Advancement of
  Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).
• Documents all work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). This
  documentation is completed in accordance with regulatory body requirements, Healthcare Technology
  Management (HTM) Documentation of Services guidelines and other organizational requirements.
• As assigned, may work closely with designated Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to gain
  knowledge of government contract procedures and documentation requirements such as development of
  statements of work, sole source justifications, other applicable documentation (6550, Independent
  Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), etc.) and overseeing vendor work.
• Investigates, remediates and documents recalls and safety alerts within established timeframes. Identifies hazards during
  routine job performance and takes action to ensure they are addressed and corrected.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of the state of the art in medical technology, including scientific advances, basic network protocols and medical device security, and vendor changes. Focuses on professional development in all areas of medical technology lifecycle management including technical skills. Knowledge and training is obtained from formal (conference, classes) or informal (magazines, articles, peer training) means. As this is a developmental level 2 position, the employee will spend time working with more experienced BESS and/or Biomedical Engineer to learn and develop technical and administrative skills.
• Provides training and education as appropriate to medical technology end users and clinical staff.
• Provides mentoring and technical training to peers and lower graded development BESS.
• May assist with management of installation or upgrade projects for medical devices and systems. This includes but is not limited to pre-implementation planning and coordination with end users, vendors, and other onsite support staff (OIT, Informatics, SPS, etc.)
• Additional duties are performed as assigned by supervisor related to maintenance, remediation, and tracking of medical systems (action items, special projects, etc.) to meet mission critical requirements. May be asked to assist in other administrative duties as well.
• Serves as an advocate for Biomedical/Clinical Engineering department in all interactions with others.

• Work Schedule: Monday -Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
• Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. Heavy lifting (45 lbs and over)

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
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). 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.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Qualifications

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following Competencies for this position:

• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Decision Making
• Flexibility
• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Learning
• Reading Comprehension
• Reasoning
• Self-Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Teamwork

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Resume

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (Schedule A)
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• Performance Appraisal
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

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