Supervisory Biomedical Engineer

Veterans Health Administration • Prescott, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until December 18, 2026 or until the position is filled. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be October 15th, 2026. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals until the position is filled. Up to 20% Relocation/Recruitment Incentives may be authorized. The HTM Chief reports directly to the Associate Director. He/she receives administrative direction with assignments in terms of broadly defined missions or functions. Approves multiyear and long-range plans developed by the supervisors of subordinate levels and subsequently manages the overall work to ensure achievement of those goals and objectives. The HTM Chief has full administrative, managerial, and supervisory responsibilities for the Medical Center HTM program. He/she is fully responsible for planning, organizing, staffing, directing, controlling, and evaluating this program at each facility and its outpatient clinics. Responsible for the full range of personnel actions and organization design proposals recommended by subordinate supervisors. Performs as the HTM service line Chief/Supervisor, leading the NAVAHCS HTM service line, which consists of Biomedical Engineers, Biomedical Engineering Support Specialist, and administrative staff. The HTM service line also typically incudes VHA HTM Program Office Biomedical Engineer Interns, VISN 22 Biomedical Engineers Trainees, and University of Connecticut Biomedical Engineer Masters Students. Serves as a staff advisor to the VISN 22 HTM Chief in 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. Monitors daily activities related to medical equipment and clinical systems. This includes assuring electronic studies reach the archive location, and that they are correctly represented. Maintains communications with vendors and other sources to ensure that working technical knowledge is always current. Keeps abreast of medical equipment/clinical systems developments throughout the VA technology community as well as current developments in medical imaging systems and database management systems. Coordinates and sets priority for special requests from various programs/divisions. Supports the tele-health program and solves problems or issues. Implement and/or sustain an equipment management or biomedical reprogram that meets The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or other applicable regulatory requirements. Develop material for a continuing education program for clinical or research staff, that address the principles and application of medical technology, and/or biomedical theory used in healthcare. Advise staff on emerging medical technology, or research procedures, while keeping abreast of changes in such technology, and utilizing the information to solve biomedical engineering problems Retain knowledge of basic project management principles, as applied to the healthcare setting and medical equipment, and information system implementation.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
• As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• 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. Titles may vary from educational institutions and change over time.
• OR, Certification as a Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE) and a bachelor's degree not listed in item 3.b.(1) above.
• 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).
• Completion of at least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower level (GS-13), and must fully meet the KSAs at that level.
• Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to conduct capital asset and infrastructure planning for medical equipment spanning initial concept, installation, and effective implementation of complex medical equipment
• Knowledge and capacity to support the most complex and specialized clinical technology including service, system administration, training, and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of, and the ability to interpret and apply complex codes, regulations guidelines, and standards associated with the biomedical engineering field
• Ability to develop and implement policies that are consistent with organizational objectives.
• Ability to communicate and work collaboratively with key stakeholders, including technical and professional staff at various levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Project Manager is not required, but highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Approves multiyear and long-range plans developed by the supervisors of subordinate levels and subsequently manages the overall work to ensure achievement of those goals and objectives.
• Has full administrative, managerial, and supervisory responsibilities for the Medical Center HTM program.
• Fully responsible for planning, organizing, staffing, directing, controlling, and evaluating this program at each facility and its outpatient clinics.
• Responsible for the full range of personnel actions and organization design proposals recommended by subordinate supervisors.
• Performs as the HTM service line Chief/Supervisor, leading the NAVAHCS HTM service line, which consists of Biomedical Engineers, Biomedical Engineering Support Specialist, and administrative staff.
• Serves as a staff advisor to the VISN 22 HTM Chief in 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.
• Monitors daily activities related to medical equipment and clinical systems.
• Maintains communications with vendors and other sources to ensure that working technical knowledge is always current.
• Keeps abreast of medical equipment/clinical systems developments throughout the VA technology community as well as current developments in medical imaging systems and database management systems.
• Coordinates and sets priority for special requests from various programs/divisions.
• Supports the tele-health program and solves problems or issues.
• Implement and/or sustain an equipment management or biomedical reprogram that meets The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Develop material for a continuing education program for clinical or research staff, that address the principles and application of medical technology, and/or biomedical theory used in healthcare.
• Advise staff on emerging medical technology, or research procedures, while keeping abreast of changes in such technology, and utilizing the information to solve biomedical engineering problems.
• Retain knowledge of basic project management principles, as applied to the healthcare setting and medical equipment, and information system implementation.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager