Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist

SummaryThis position serves in support services to the Biomedical Engineer Program for the Clinton Service Unit (CSU) comprised of the Clinton Indian Health Center, El Reno Indian Health Center, and Watonga Indian Health Center. The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the service unit Supervisory Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist.Learn more about this agencyHelpDuties• Provide technician support duties to install and repair biomedical, laboratory and dental equipment.• Read instructions, interpret diagram specifications to specialty equipment, follow manufacturer's specifications, and applicable policy standards.• Implement equipment safety inspections, calibration, authorized modification, diagnostic testing, routine equipment maintenance.• Communicate with staff, patients, and division managers with regard to solutions, equipment design, operational programs, and best practice associate with equipment use.If selected at the GS-1601-05 grade level - Biomedical Equipment Support TechnicianIf selected at the GS-1601-07 grade level - Biomedical Equipment Support SpecialistIf selected at the GS-1601-05 grade level - Biomedical Equipment Support SpecialistHelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentMust pass pre-employment examination.Selectee may be subject to a probationary periodU.S. Citizenship is requiredSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty.Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.Subject to travel 25% of the time to El Reno Indian Health Center and Watonga Indian Health Center for clinic equipment maintenance.You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.QualificationsTo qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.Minimum QualificationsGS-05: Three (3) years general experience,1 year of which is equivalent to at the GS-4 with the particular knowledge, skill, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position of the biomedical equipment support specialist.ORFour 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.GS-07: One (1) year specialized experience with the particular knowledge, skill, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. This specialized experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level. Examples Include: measure, assemble, place specialized medical equipment, use of digital testing equipment to perform diagnostics, calibrate, and the replacement of specialty parts, electronic components, and mechanical hardware features; document maintenance actions to digital software.OROne (1) full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement.GS-09: One (1) year specialized experience with the particular knowledge, skill, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. This specialized experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level. Examples Include: repair technical support equipment systems, perform circuit analysis, isolate malfunctions, follow schematics, flow charts, perform authorized modifications, section to equipment, preventative maintenance, periodic lubrication, adjustments, replacement of filters, safety inspection; use equipment publications, standards, warranty process for implementation of effective administration functions.ORMaster's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher graduate education leading to such as degree.You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.EducationThere are no education requirements, however you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.Additional informationPer IHS policy (SGM 21-04) IHS selectees to positions located in Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before entry on duty or have IHS approve a medical or religious exemption. If an exemption is approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing for COVID-19 will be required. Your Human Resources Specialist will provide a list of documents acceptable as vaccination proof and instructions on how to submit your vaccination documentation or how to request a medical or religious exemption, if needed.Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement.Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.This position has promotion potential to the GS-09 grade level. Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your demonstrated ability to perform the higher level duties, the continuing need for the higher level duties, and "Regulatory/Administrative" approval. Promotion to the next higher grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.Read more• Help 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.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.Clinton Service UnitRt 1 Box 3060Clinton, OK 73601US