Biomedical Technician / Equipment Support Specialist - Imaging
Blue Water Thinking
$75,000 - $90,000 / year
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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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Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Blue Water Thinking is seeking a Biomedical Technician to support imaging equipment operations at a VA medical center in Portland, Oregon. You'll maintain, troubleshoot, and repair CT scanners, MRI machines, X-ray systems, and ultrasound equipment, ensuring these diagnostic tools operate safely and reliably. The role involves routine maintenance and calibration per manufacturer and industry standards, documenting service history for regulatory compliance, and escalating complex issues to equipment manufacturers when needed.
This contract position requires at least three years of hospital or healthcare equipment maintenance experience, along with an associate degree or equivalent military training in an applied science. You should be comfortable reading schematics and technical literature, understand regulatory and ISO standards, and have hands-on familiarity with test equipment setup. Prior experience in a VA medical center, Veterans Health Administration environment, or biomedical engineering department is a key qualification.
The salary range is $75,000 to $90,000, with benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, federal holidays, and a 401K match. You must be legally authorized to work in the US, able to obtain a federal public trust clearance, and provide flu vaccination documentation or appropriate exemption paperwork. This is an in-office role at the VA medical center on SW US Veterans Hospital Road.
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