The Veterans Administration Portland Health Care System (VAPHCS) is a Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Tertiary Care healthcare facility serving more than 85,000 unique Veterans and over 880,000 outpatient Veteran visits each year in Oregon and Southwest Washington. VAPHCS consists of the main tertiary care medical center overlooking the city of Portland, the Vancouver Campus in Vancouver, Wash., and ten outpatient clinics across Central and Northwest Oregon.

Duties

Major duties include but not limited to: Service and Maintain Equipment - Maintains and repairs on all types of malfunctioning sterilization equipment, washers and generators. Trace wiring, broken or worn parts, leaks, feedback and interference issues. Check voltage tolerances, amperage, power supplies, wave shape, frequency resonance, deflection time, decay curve, gain, balance, signal sensitivity and similar indicators against prescribed tolerances and specifications. Construct devices and systems utilizing existing instruments and parts. Electrical- Troubleshoot the major electrical distribution systems from high voltage 15KV to low voltage, 12V, AC and DC systems, and such systems that are composed of category 5,6 and 7 wiring (computer). Loading and testing of new and existing high voltage electrical conductors, circuits, systems, fixtures, controls and equipment. Install, modify, troubleshoot, maintain, test, calibrate, adjust, overhaul, and repair a wide variety of medical, laboratory, and dental equipment. Electro-Mechanics- Skilled in electrical/mechanical theory and electronics such as fir alarm systems, low voltage security systems, emergency power generation systems, medical equipment, fiber optic communication and data systems. Ability to follow blueprints, manufacturing schematics, oral and written instructions. Test instruments for electrical safety, calibration, and basic functions.st instruments for electrical safety, calibration, and basic functions. Instruct technicians, physicians, nurses, and others on the proper use, capability, and maintenance of equipment. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not available. Position Description Title/PD#: Medical Equipment Repairer/PD210620 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/04/2024. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, the ability to perform as a Medical Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. Duties may include but not limited to: Installing, modifying, troubleshooting, maintaining, testing, calibrating, adjusting, overhauling, and repairing a wide variety of medical, laboratory, and dental equipment; Reading blueprints, manufacturing schematics and have working knowledge of the NEC, NFPA and OSHA requirements; Constructing, installing operating a variety of sophisticated electrical systems, circuits, equipment and controls; Have practical knowledge of sizes and types of wire, fiber-optic, category 5 and high speed data cabling, conduit, couplings, fittings, relays, boxes, circuit breakers, and other electrical devices. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measuring InstrumentsTechnical PracticesTroubleshootingUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Stand, stoop, bend, and frequently work in cramped and awkward positions for prolonged periods. Continually lift from 5 to 18 kilograms (10 to 40 pounds) and, occasionally, objects weighing in excess of 18 kilograms (40 pounds) up to 65 pounds. Working Conditions: Work is done inside and outside, in hot and cold temperature extremes. Constantly exposed to electric shocks, contagious diseases, moving equipment and machinery. Exposed to the possibility of broken bones, cuts, and bruises. May be exposed to extremely high noise levels, exposure to radiation, chemicals, and carcinogens. Required to take precautions and wear required safety equipment and clothing.

Education

There is no educational substitution at this wage level.

Contacts

• Address VA Portland Health Care System 3710 Southwest US Veterans Hospital Road Portland, OR 97239 US
• Name: V. Edina Astheimer
• Phone: 208-422-1000 X7652
• Email: [email protected]