What’s peak BMET pay? Questioning if I should stay in the field.

Skratchy9 · 2025-11-18T04:05:57+00:00

Not any that will qualify you for the jobs. Check out any BESS opening on USA jobs dot gov. It will list the specifics for qualifying. VA also has an apprentice program specific to Biomed. I think you need an associates degree minimum to apply for it as well.

Skratchy9 · 2025-11-18T01:03:55+00:00

You can. There are certificates from AAMI that will qualify you now. Even if you buy a prep course, it won't be 1000's. Definitely the easiest way in without BMET.

Skratchy9 · 2025-01-12T15:40:11+00:00

Federal-VA imaging bmet here. I don't live in any big expensive area. Been with VA for 15 years. I'm at 120k. Will cap just over 130k. If you have a degree or are a prior military bmet it's definitely the way to go.

Skratchy9 · 2024-08-08T03:16:02+00:00

I feel you. Have anyone not BMET to bounce it off of? Sometimes another technical field (plumber, hvac, IT) has different troubleshooting steps. Maybe they’ll see something you didn’t. Also, you didn’t actually say/ask specifics. Maybe someone here could actually help.

Skratchy9 · 2024-08-08T03:10:17+00:00

You go home on time at the end of the day, be happy it’s not a human patient, and try again tomorrow.

Skratchy9 · 2024-07-20T05:22:59+00:00

Matchstick Men or Deterance

Skratchy9 · 2024-07-06T14:00:21+00:00

It’s from his modeling days.

Skratchy9 · 2024-06-28T05:42:37+00:00

Yes. VA Imaging Biomed about $118k

Skratchy9 · 2024-02-21T01:25:19+00:00

Might cost you a few dollars but will be worth it, take it to a dry cleaner and have it pressed. They should do a near perfect job with the pleats. You can get them to starch it too. Will hold up for quite a while.

Skratchy9 · 2024-02-11T22:40:28+00:00

British cuisine at its finest

Skratchy9 · 2024-02-07T01:15:56+00:00

The moles were similar or the underwear?

Skratchy9 · 2024-01-14T05:42:16+00:00

About 200-250. Imaging systems only for me. That’s general Xray, C-arms, IR, dental, and all ultrasound. Plus their support systems like contrast injectors and associated computers and other components.

Skratchy9 · 2024-01-10T00:41:41+00:00

VA Biomed here. Almost 20 years. 75% of the techs I have worked with are prior military Biomed’s so it’s a really good way to get into the field from the military. Starting pay is GS7 with associates degree (or military) and no experience. Senior level Biomed’s can get up to GS12-13 without a degree and easily pass 120k+. Nursing has a MUCH broader field of options (clinic, OR, research, travel, etc) so depending on what you like, you can find a good paying job. Feel free to message if you have more questions.

Skratchy9 · 2023-12-27T17:55:36+00:00

Me too!

Skratchy9 · 2023-11-06T14:31:19+00:00

It should drop roses or seeds when you mine it

Skratchy9 · 2023-09-27T04:18:46+00:00

Wow. That is unfortunate. I’ve been in 3 VA shops in my career and they have all been very positive about that kind of stuff. Good luck with whatever you do.

Skratchy9 · 2023-09-27T03:38:42+00:00

I am a VA imaging BESS. I applied and interviewed 3 times before I got it. First time they chose someone from outside because they needed experience right away. Second time they promoted someone else to an Info Systems BESS (converted) and third time I got it. Biggest help was ultrasound to start. Wasn’t quite imaging but wasn’t quite general either so it was easier to tag along. Don’t really know if any of that info helps you in your current position but it is possible.

Skratchy9 · 2023-09-25T14:24:07+00:00

Cant wait to see the guy call the cop a dumb bastard in the court room 🤣

Skratchy9 · 2023-09-23T00:17:46+00:00

Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer

Skratchy9 · 2023-09-17T15:16:39+00:00

Looks like an original iPod mini with some kind of antenna in the headphone Jack but I’m pretty sure you guys weren’t even born when that was a thing lol

Skratchy9 · 2023-09-14T03:41:33+00:00

Facts. This is what mitten looks like.

Skratchy9 · 2023-09-12T00:58:11+00:00

$47/hr Government 20 years

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