Biomedical Engineer

About the role

The Biomedical Engineer position is located at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. This full-time position requires live-in the DMV area.

Job Responsibilities

• Apply advanced engineering practices and principles to complex multi-disciplinary patient care through digital design, computer manufacturing techniques, CPU control boards and wiring.
• Maintain competency by reviewing literature, attending conferences, and through individual contact with similar facilities.
• Oversee simulation diagnostic troubleshooting and repair for non-functioning training units and assist with medical simulation training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
• Works under the general supervision of the department to set objectives, prioritize projects, and manage deadlines.
• Ensure efficient and productive technical training equipment replacement within the Simulation Center.
• Develop and update SOPs, track troubleshooting logs, and report simulator functionality to the Medical Director.
• Assist with resolving technical issues with simulation training equipment and provide advice on the application and utilization of training simulators.
• Write monthly reports on budget issues concerning simulation and biomedical equipment repairs.
• Participate in research and viability of new simulation technology and attend national conferences to arrange demonstrations.
• Provide informational tours for internal/external persons interested in the Center's usage of training equipment and training activities.
• Work with MTF personnel, vendors, and visitors to promote the Simulation Center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering.
• Five (5) years’ experience in working with, repairing, and troubleshooting biomedical equipment.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience in working with, repairing, and troubleshooting medical simulators (Laerdal Medical, VirtaMED, CAE Healthcare, Mimic Technologies, Simbionix).
• English language proficiency.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience with at least one of the following systems: Laerdal Medical, VirtaMED, CAE Healthcare, Mimic Technologies, Simbionix.

Skills

• Advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and simulation technology.
• Ability to learn and use simulation software.
• Computer literacy and ability to learn new software easily.
• Practical knowledge of audio-visual systems.
• Ability to track and document simulation equipment usage and maintenance.
• Multi-tasking and working in an environment with constant interruptions and reorganization.

Benefits

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Pay

$90,000 - $115,000

Schedule

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