Biomedical Equipment Repair Technician; BMET - Information Systems

Overview

Job Title
Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) - Information Systems

Location
Fargo Veterans Affairs Health Care System
Oklahoma City, OK

The Biomedical Equipment Technician – Information Systems (BMET-IS) is responsible for the support, maintenance, and integration of networked medical equipment and associated information systems. This role focuses on the configuration, troubleshooting, and security of computer-based medical devices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The BMET-IS collaborates with clinical staff, IT teams, and vendors to optimize medical device connectivity, data security, and interoperability within the healthcare environment.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot computer-based medical equipment and networked medical systems.
• Support and manage medical information systems, including medical record databases, proprietary software, and enterprise networked devices.
• Monitor and apply software patches, upgrades, and cybersecurity measures to ensure secure and compliant system operations.
• Work with hospital IT and clinical engineering teams to configure and secure VLANs, IP addressing, sub-netting, and other network settings for medical devices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve medical device network communication issues, distinguishing between networking and non-networking problems.
• Ensure medical equipment and networked systems meet Joint Commission, FDA, ISO, and VA regulatory compliance standards.
• Utilize and maintain network test equipment and tools to diagnose and correct performance issues.
• Perform routine operational verification procedures, planned maintenance, and repairs on server-based medical systems.
• Provide technical training and support to BMETs, clinical users, and IT personnel regarding the proper use and security of networked medical equipment.
• Act as a liaison between Biomedical Engineering, IT, clinical departments, and vendors to ensure interoperability and cybersecurity of medical systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of medical device network configurations, security settings, and troubleshooting activities.
• Participate in medical device procurement and system planning to ensure new equipment meets connectivity and security requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement security controls to protect medical devices from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
• Assist with data collection and reporting for compliance audits and network security reviews.
• Support medical device replacement planning and technology refresh initiatives.
• Stay up to date with advancements in medical IT systems, cybersecurity, and healthcare interoperability standards.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives related to medical device network management.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures for medical device cybersecurity and network maintenance.

Up to 75% travel within the immediate location may be required.

To be discussed with supervisor.

• Associate degree in applied science or equivalent military training.
• Minimum of 3 years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance, with at least 1 year of specialized experience in medical information systems and networking.
• Strong knowledge of computer virus protection software, software patches and upgrades, and cybersecurity tools.
• Competency in maintaining computer and server-based medical equipment, medical record databases, and proprietary and generic software.
• Experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security, and DICOM standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot network issues, including IP networking problems, VLAN configuration, and network security issues.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and standards, including International Standard Organization standards.
• Familiarity with network test equipment, technical literature, schematics, and drawings.
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