Biomedical Technician / Equipment Support Specialist - Imaging

Blue Water Thinking
Portland, OR
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with healthcare equipment maintenance experience working in the Veterans Health Administration or similar medical settings.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on experience in hospital imaging equipment maintenance and a background in the Veterans Health Administration
    — “Experience within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department”
  • Individuals with a solid grasp of regulatory compliance and equipment calibration processes
    — “Inspect, calibrate, and validate imaging equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and industry standards”
  • Candidates who have worked with CT, MRI, X-Ray, and ultrasound machines for at least three years
    — “A minimum of three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance”

Things to consider

  • Onsite presence is required in Portland, OR, with no mention of remote flexibility
    — “Location: 3710 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd, Portland, OR 97239”
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US and obtain a federal public trust clearance
    — “Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with CT, MRI, X-Ray, and ultrasound equipment in your resume and interview responses
    — “Proven experience in maintaining and repairing CT scanners, MRI machines, X-Rays, and ultrasound machines”
  • Emphasize your understanding of regulatory compliance and ISO standards
    — “Understanding of regulatory agencies’ requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards”
  • Include details about your ability to interpret technical literature and schematics
    — “Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings”
  • Demonstrate experience with test equipment setup and application in your work history
    — “Familiarity with the setup and application of test equipment”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • reduced downtime of imaging equipment
  • improved patient care through reliable equipment
Typical background
medical center experiencebiomedical engineering background

Skills & requirements

Required

Biomedical Equipment MaintenanceImaging Equipment RepairCT Scanner MaintenanceMRI Machine RepairX-ray Machine MaintenanceUltrasound Machine Repair

Preferred

Regulatory ComplianceTechnical Documentation

Stack & domain

CT ScannersMRI MachinesX-ray MachinesUltrasound MachinesRegulatory Agencies’ RequirementsInternational Standard Organization StandardsSetup And Application Of Test EquipmentRead, Analyze, And Interpret Technical Literature, Schematics, And DrawingsCollaborationProblem-solvingCommunicationNullHealthcareMedical Equipment Maintenance

About the role

Original posting from Blue Water Thinking via Greenhouse

About Blue Water Thinking

Guided by our principles of value generation, continuous innovation, customer-centricity, and vested collaboration, Blue Water Thinking proudly supports our Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals.

Founded by a decorated twenty-eight year Veteran of the United States Army, Blue Water Thinking understands and supports the mission of our Nation's war fighters, Veterans, their families and caretakers. 

Leveraging our executive team's military experience and private and public sector consulting expertise, Blue Water Thinking takes an integrated "one-team" approach and brings to bear best-fit solutions,  thought leadership, and grit to meet our client's transformational needs.

Fueled by our values of integrity, respect, professionalism, stewardship and customer service, the Blue Water Thinking team understands the power of the human connection, collaboration, humility and loyalty to one another, our clients and industry partners.

Lastly, our formula for success is simple:  Build something good, take care of our people, keep our clients satisfied, nurture our work ethic and reputation, build long-lasting partnerships, enjoy what we do and give back as much as possible.

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in maintaining and servicing various imaging equipment, with a primary focus on CT scanners, MRI machines, X-Ray machines, and ultrasound machines. The Biomedical Equipment Imaging Technician will play a critical role in ensuring the reliable and safe operation of these diagnostic imaging devices, contributing to the overall success of patient care.

Responsibilities:

Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of CT scanners, MRI machines, X-Rays, and ultrasound machines to ensure their optimal performance.

Inspect, calibrate, and validate imaging equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and industry standards.

Identify and rectify technical issues, and collaborate with manufacturers' support when necessary to resolve complex problems.

Maintain detailed records of equipment maintenance, repairs, and service history in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Location: 3710 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd, Portland, OR 97239

Basic Qualifications

The Contractor key personnel shall meet one of the following basic qualifications, regardless of role in the services provided under this contract:

Experience within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department

OR, Experience working in or with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)

OR, Understanding of VISN, VA medical center, and Biomedical Engineering department operations

In addition to the basic qualifications, the Contractor key personnel shall meet the following role-specific qualifications based on the core functions and services each will be providing under this contract.

Role Specific Qualifications:

A two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training.

Proven experience in maintaining and repairing CT scanners, MRI machines, X-Rays, and ultrasound machines

Understanding of regulatory agencies’ requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards.

Familiarity with the setup and application of test equipment.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings.

A minimum of three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance.

Eligibility:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role

Must provide proof of Flu vaccination during flu season, or, as an alternative, appropriate documentation that will support either a medical or religious exemption.

Compensation:

Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, location, the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements. The proposed salary range for this position is outlined below.

Salary range: $75,000 - $90,000

Blue Water Thinking offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, federal holidays, and matching 401K plan.

Reasonable Accommodation for Applicants

Blue Water Thinking is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, or participate in the interview process, please contact Resource Management at resourcemanagement@bw-thinking.com. Requests for accommodation will be handled promptly and confidentially in accordance with applicable law.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity.

Blue Water Thinking is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applying for this Job:

Resume must be submitted in word document format and must include dates in each section (experience, education, certifications...)

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Source: Blue Water Thinking careers (Greenhouse)

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