Lead Asset Manager - New Orleans

GE HealthCare

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Asset Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight and lifecycle management of medical equipment assets to ensure optimal utilization, sustained asset value, and protection of the organization’s investment. This role drives regional and site-level asset strategies, including equipment availability, reallocation, and standardization, in support of operational efficiency and clinical needs. Leveraging deep industry knowledge and analytical expertise, the Lead Asset Manager evaluates key business drivers—including utilization, rental spend, and capital planning—to inform data-driven decisions. This role leads asset reallocation initiatives, supports capital planning through identification of gaps and underutilized assets, and oversees disposition strategies in partnership with Biomed. The Lead Asset Manager owns performance tracking and reporting of key metrics, including equipment availability, utilization, rental spend, and workflow efficiency, using insights to influence leadership decisions and improve outcomes. As a senior individual contributor, this role partners cross-functionally with clinical teams, BioMed, Equipment Coordinators, and commercial leaders to ensure alignment and execution. The Lead Asset Manager provides informal leadership and serves as a strategic advisor, translating complex asset strategies into actionable insights. This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that the right equipment is available at the right place and time—while controlling costs and improving operational efficiency. The role directly impacts patient care delivery, financial performance, and the long-term asset strategy of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred (Healthcare Administration, Business, Operations, Finance, or related field)
3–5+ years of experience in healthcare operations, asset management, supply chain, or related field
Experience with capital planning, asset lifecycle management, or financial analysis preferred
Familiarity with asset tracking systems, CMMS, or analytics platforms preferred
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
Strategic thinking with the ability to influence decision-making
Financial acumen (cost analysis, ROI, buy vs. rent evaluation)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive outcomes
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Responsibilities

Serve as the single point of contact for MTA programs (Asset Management, Disinfection & Distribution (D&D), and Encompass), ensuring timely resolution of customer needs and coordination across internal teams
Build and maintain strong customer relationships by delivering ongoing strategic, technical, and operational support
Ensure alignment with program objectives while driving service excellence and optimizing asset utilization across the region
Own regional and site-specific strategies to ensure optimal medical equipment availability
Drive alignment on asset utilization, standardization, and performance
Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and asset visibility
Lead asset sharing and reallocation initiatives (temporary and permanent; intra- and interfacility)
Partner with Equipment Coordinators to execute efficient equipment movement across sites
Ensure effective utilization of existing assets prior to new acquisitions
Lead system-wide rental reduction efforts
Analyze rental data, trends, and usage patterns
Conduct buy vs. rent analyses to support financial decision-making
Lead targeted initiatives to reduce rental spend
Support capital planning by identifying equipment gaps, overages, and underutilized assets
Develop and oversee disposition strategies (redeploy, resale, recycle) in partnership with BioMed
Ensure appropriate lifecycle management practices are followed across all assets
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including: Equipment availability, Utilization rates, Rental spend, Workflow efficiency
Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to leadership teams
Collaborate with Biomed (inventory accuracy, safety, compliance)
Collaborate with Equipment Coordinators (asset movement and allocation execution)
Collaborate with Clinical and operational leaders (alignment to patient care needs)
Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on asset-related decisions
Adhere to all Quality Management System (QMS), regulatory, and company policies
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA
Support continuous improvement and standardization of asset management processes