Public Trust Eligibility Required
About Veterans Engineering (A wholly owned subsidiary of Aretum)
Veterans Engineering, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aretum, is dedicated to delivering high-impact professional services and mission-focused solutions in support of government customers. Backed by Aretum’s broader capabilities and resources, Veterans Engineering brings specialized expertise, operational discipline, and a strong commitment to service excellence. The organization is focused on supporting critical programs through a skilled workforce, responsive delivery, and a deep understanding of client mission needs.
Job Summary
Aretum is seeking a talented and motivated Biomedical Engineer/Clinical Engineer. As a Biomedical Engineer/Clinical Engineer, you will be responsible for complex medical equipment and networked medical device projects throughout the full lifecycle, including planning, procurement, implementation, risk assessment, and replacement strategy. You will manage medical technology inventories, equipment lifecycle programs, capital asset planning, regulatory compliance initiatives, and networked medical device databases while serving as a technical advisor to healthcare leadership on emerging technologies, patient safety, and operational effectiveness.
Responsibilities
- Conducts independent project management for complex biomedical equipment installations, including planning, procurement, installation and implementation, and testing.
- Leads projects and coordinates with technical, clinical, and education of staff for various medical system deployments.
- Manages complex networked medical device installations, scheduling, and plans networked medical system upgrades, and conducts networked medical device risk assessments.
- Assists with management of the medical device inventory for the hospital.
- Maintains the database, manages and analyzes equipment lifecycles, determines plans and timelines for equipment replacements.
- Manages and maintains the Networked Medical Device Database (NMDD).
- Assists with the completion of medical device recalls, network equipment risk assessments, incoming inspections, device de-installations and turn-ins, medical device risk assessments and reviews.
- Reviews, manages and remediates medical device security vulnerabilities with technicians.
- Assists with annual review and updates of the Medical Equipment Management Plan.
- Conducts capital asset and infrastructure planning for medical equipment, to include initial concept, installation planning, procurement effort, and implementation.
- Responsible for High Cost/High Tech (HCHT) equipment planning.
- Assists with completing written reports for the Chief of Biomedical Engineering related to project updates, Key Performance Indicator (KPI) statuses and updates, and other ad-hoc reports.
- Serves as a professional advisor, manager, and medical technology consultant to the Chief of Biomedical Engineering, as well as on other engineering principles and practices.
- Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Certification as a Clinical Engineer (CCE).
- 3+ years of hospital or healthcare experience maintaining medical equipment or managing a hospital medical equipment program.
- Experience within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department.
- Demonstrated knowledge of concepts related to computer based medical systems, networking protocols, and information security as it applies to medical technology within Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
- Demonstrated competency in the ability to conduct a medical equipment management program that is compliant with applicable healthcare standards and regulatory agencies.
- Ability to develop a curriculum for a continuing education program that address the safe and effective use of medical technology.
- Ability to manage a recall and safety alert program for medical devices, including medical device hazard investigations, to assure compliance with patient safety goals, SMDA, and TJC requirements.
- Ability to conduct capital asset and infrastructure planning for medical equipment spanning initial concept, installation, and effective implementation of complex medical equipment.
- Ability to function as the subject matter expert in the field of biomedical engineering, directly supporting specialized clinical technology, including service, system administration, training, quality assurance, and life-cycle management.
- Ability to effectively advise clinical and administrative staff on medical technology, including existing and emerging technology, which addresses viability, long-term suitability, compatibility, and/or safety.
- Apply project management principles to deployment of medical equipment and health information technologies.
- Demonstrated skill in communicating and working collaboratively with key stakeholders, including technical and professional staff at various levels of the organization.
- Understanding of regulatory agencies’ requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards.
Travel Requirements
Travel to client locations is required for this position and may vary based on project needs.
EEO Statement
Veterans Engineering is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans Engineering complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
U.S. Work Authorization
Due to federal contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements.
Benefits
- Salary Range: $90,000-$115,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including education, experience, qualifications, skills, and applicable contract requirements.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability