The Technical Career Field (TCF) Trainee Program is a two-year program that develops
Biomedical Engineers to be effective Program Managers in a VA Medical Center These
fulltime positions provide salary, benefits, focused training and travel Upon completion of the program, the Biomedical Engineer will either stay at the training site if a position is available or relocate to a different VA Medical Center within the United States where he/she will assume the full responsibilities of a practicing Biomedical Engineer.
Job Duties include evaluating medical equipment, managing the medical equipment
maintenance program, and coordinating new medical technology implementations
Throughout the training program, the trainee will develop abilities to effectively support and advance patient care by applying engineering and managerial skills to healthcare technology In addition, the trainee will receive assignments to prepare for higher level management and leadership responsibilities Promotion potential exists to the highest levels within the Biomedical ( Engineering career field Career advancement can take TCF graduates to all regions of the country and toward numerous healthcare leadership roles
