Clinical Operations Manager Jobs

Explore Clinical Operations Manager opportunities for experienced healthcare professionals ready to improve how care is delivered. These leaders coordinate clinical workflows, support high-performing teams, and help healthcare organizations meet quality, safety, and operational goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles for candidates with the right leadership and clinical operations experience.

What Does a Clinical Operations Manager Do?

Clinical Operations Managers oversee the processes and resources that support patient care. Depending on the organization, they may manage staff and schedules, monitor performance and compliance, refine workflows, coordinate across departments, and help implement policies and new initiatives. Their work connects clinical priorities with day-to-day operational execution.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek candidates with healthcare operations or clinical leadership experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead teams through change. Familiarity with healthcare regulations, quality improvement, budgeting, staffing, and electronic health record systems may also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and setting; some positions call for a clinical license or a relevant advanced degree.

Where Clinical Operations Managers Work

Opportunities may be available in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, specialty practices, and other healthcare organizations. Responsibilities and scope can differ based on the size of the organization, the patient population, and whether the role focuses on a specific department, facility, or service line.

Find Clinical Operations Manager Jobs

Search Clinical Operations Manager jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role expectations, leadership scope, and qualifications to identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.

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$165K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing global clinical trials, overseeing cross-functional teams, and ensuring project objectives are met across multiple therapeutic areas while driving operational excellence an...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and operational excellence. As a Program Manager, you'll oversee program execution, account management, and financial oversight wh...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead field-based medical teams, ensuring client delivery and team performance while fostering scientific engagement and program growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve st...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise initiatives by leading complex projects that drive strategic outcomes, enhance governance, and align cross-functional teams. Utilize your expertise to manage risks, ensure accountab...

Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic program management, overseeing project delivery and team development. Drive successful outcomes through effective staffing, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading clinical trial management teams, ensuring quality and compliance in monitoring strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical operations and dr...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate customer journey operations by driving scalable processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer success, technical support, and partner engagement, ensuring effici...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $164K *

Champion client success by leading post-sale implementations and ensuring ongoing account performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate client needs into actionable insights, drivi...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform client relationships by leading a dynamic team to achieve financial growth and enhance client experiences across a diverse portfolio. Drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration to...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex healthcare project initiatives, ensuring successful implementation and operational readiness while maintaining high standards of governance. Foster strong partnerships with clients, manag...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence in commercial readiness and support cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of launch strategies and operational priorities in a dynamic biotech environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $250K *

Transform clinical trials by ensuring patient safety and scientific integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold regulatory standards and optimize study protocols, while providing expert medical...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $187K *

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary oncology team, ensuring high-quality care and operational excellence. Collaborate with clinical staff to enhance patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement...

Ohio, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $192K *

Lead the charge in transforming operational data into actionable insights that enhance sales and profits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable improvements and support strategic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing rehabilitation operations across multiple facilities. Drive clinical excellence, manage staff, and ensure compliance while fostering a supportive environment for both pati...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in referral management by leading a dynamic team, optimizing processes, and enhancing patient access across multiple service lines. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensur...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Empower a high-performing team to enhance customer trial experiences, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration. Lead with data-driven insights to optimize processes and ensure excepti...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $190K *

Manage the planning and execution of CMC operations across multiple development programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory milestones and efficient collaboration with cross-functional teams and CDMO...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing research computing infrastructure, guiding teams, and ensuring efficient operations. Collaborate with a dedicated team to drive innovations in patient care while enjoying...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $188K *

Oversee and manage clinical trials from protocol development to final report, ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance research efficie...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $176K *

Lead operational excellence within the Customer Success teams, driving impactful programs that enhance performance and efficiency while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Shape the future of pharmacy operations by optimizing customer engagement and operational performance across a national portfolio. Drive proactive interventions and enhance workflow efficiency to ensu...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance client satisfaction, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement across remote Central Operations. Collaborate with pee...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy for patient recruitment, enhancing engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable outcomes and improve...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $196K *

Lead and develop a team of Clinical Database Programmers to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of clinical database programming activities, driving operational excellence and innovation in clinical...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Clinical Operations Manager do?question toggle

    A Clinical Operations Manager oversees teams, workflows, and resources that support patient care. Duties can include staffing, performance monitoring, compliance, quality improvement, and coordination across clinical departments.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Clinical Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for healthcare operations or clinical leadership experience, team management ability, and knowledge of quality, compliance, and operational processes. Some roles require a clinical license or advanced degree, depending on the employer and setting.

  • Where can Clinical Operations Managers work?question toggle

    They may work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, specialty practices, and other healthcare organizations.

  • What is the salary for Clinical Operations Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and the responsibilities of the role.

  • How can I find Clinical Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Browse Clinical Operations Manager listings on Ladders and review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find roles that match your background.