BMET Information Systems

Capital I•Fort Meade, SD

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Biomedical Equipment Technician - Information Systems (BMET-IS) is responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, integrating, and troubleshooting network-connected medical devices, medical information systems, and related healthcare technology infrastructure. The role supports medical device connectivity, interoperability, cybersecurity, and clinical system integration while ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and industry standards. The BMET-IS works with clinical staff, Information Technology teams, manufacturers, and vendors to support system performance, data security, and reliable healthcare technology operations within Biomedical Engineering environments. The position is located at the VA Black Hills Health Care System in Fort Meade, South Dakota. The schedule is Monday through Friday on the day shift. Travel is listed as TBD. Compensation is $25.06 per hour plus a $5.42 hourly health and welfare benefit.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher in Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; or completion of a DoD Biomedical Equipment Technician training program; or completion of a DoD electronics repair, IT, or related technical training program and one year of applicable experience; or completion of a Biomedical Equipment Technician or Healthcare Technology Management certificate program; or current or prior certification as a CBET, CRES, CLES, or CHTM.
At least three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance, including at least one year of specialized experience supporting medical information systems, device connectivity, and medical equipment networking.
Experience in a Biomedical Engineering department in a medical center or healthcare system, or demonstrated knowledge of VISN, VA Medical Center, and Biomedical Engineering department operations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Experience with CMMS and medical IT asset-tracking systems.
Knowledge of remote access tools, diagnostic software, and cybersecurity monitoring platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows operating systems.
Experience supporting medical-device software applications, server-based clinical applications, and medical record databases.
Working knowledge of networking principles and technologies, including TCP/IP, VLANs, IP addressing, subnetting, network security, and Access Control Lists (ACLs).
Experience utilizing, maintaining, integrating, and troubleshooting medical information systems, server-based medical equipment, medical record databases, and network-connected medical devices.
Working knowledge of HL7 and DICOM standards.
Knowledge of healthcare technology cybersecurity principles, including virus-protection software, information-security tools, software patching, vulnerability management, and secure operation of network-connected medical devices.
Ability to identify, interpret, and apply networking principles and practices; distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems; and resolve connectivity and system-integration issues.
Knowledge of applicable regulatory, accreditation, and industry standards, including FDA regulations, Joint Commission requirements, AAMI standards, ISO standards, and healthcare technology management best practices.
Familiarity with network test equipment and tools used to support, troubleshoot, and maintain medical information systems and network-connected medical devices.

Nice To Haves

CompTIA Network+ certification.
CompTIA Security+ certification.
Cisco CCNA certification.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot computer-based medical equipment and networked medical systems.
Support and manage medical information systems, including medical record databases, proprietary software, and enterprise networked devices.
Monitor and apply software patches, upgrades, and cybersecurity measures to support secure, compliant system operations.
Work with hospital IT and clinical engineering teams to configure and secure VLANs, IP addressing, subnetting, and other medical-device network settings.
Troubleshoot medical-device network communication issues and distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems.
Ensure medical equipment and networked systems meet Joint Commission, FDA, ISO, and VA regulatory compliance standards.
Use and maintain network test equipment and tools to diagnose and correct performance issues.
Perform routine operational verification procedures, planned maintenance, and repairs on server-based medical systems.
Provide technical training and support to BMETs, clinical users, and IT personnel regarding the use and security of networked medical equipment.
Coordinate between Biomedical Engineering, IT, clinical departments, and vendors to support interoperability and cybersecurity of medical systems.
Maintain documentation of medical-device network configurations, security settings, and troubleshooting activities.
Participate in medical-device procurement and system planning to ensure new equipment meets connectivity and security requirements.
Conduct risk assessments and implement security controls to protect medical devices from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

Benefits

401(k) employer matching.
PTO vacation eligibility under the Service Contract Act after the required continuous service period.
Sick leave.
11 paid federal holidays.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Employer-paid AD&D insurance.
Employee-paid voluntary benefits.
Employee development resources.