Healthcare Project Manager Jobs

Healthcare project managers guide complex initiatives across hospitals, health systems, medical practices, insurers, life sciences organizations, and health technology companies. They coordinate teams, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder priorities to help projects meet operational, clinical, regulatory, and business goals. Explore vetted Healthcare Project Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Healthcare Project Managers Do

Responsibilities vary by organization and project, but commonly include defining scope and milestones, building project plans, managing budgets and risks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and communicating progress to executives and stakeholders. Projects may involve electronic health record implementations, facility expansions, process improvement, digital health launches, compliance initiatives, or care delivery transformation.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in project management, healthcare operations, or a related field, along with strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Familiarity with healthcare workflows, regulatory requirements, data and technology implementations, and methods such as Agile or Lean can be valuable. Some roles prefer or require credentials such as PMP, CAPM, or healthcare-specific certifications; requirements depend on the employer and scope of the role.

Explore Healthcare Project Manager Careers

Healthcare project management roles can offer opportunities to improve systems and services while working with clinicians, administrators, technical teams, and external partners. Browse Ladders for vetted openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$104K - $143K *

Lead the charge in developing and delivering innovative technology solutions for managing Medicare/Medicaid plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product vision, strategy, and execut...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $160K *

Accelerate product development by managing the software lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance user experience and meet stakeholder needs...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $190K *

Lead the charge in managing the software development lifecycle for innovative products, leveraging low-code platforms to enhance user experience and drive strategic initiatives across cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Oversee mid to large scale construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to manage operations, contracts, and safety, while maintaining high standards...

Rockford, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $185K *

Unlock the power of enterprise data as you design and implement Master Data Management solutions that enhance healthcare operations, drive analytics, and enable AI-driven decision-making with trusted...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $254K *

Oversee and manage large-scale, multi-national projects, ensuring successful delivery through direct team leadership and cross-functional collaboration, while maintaining high quality and financial pe...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Champion data management excellence by leading clinical studies, ensuring quality deliverables, and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with sponsors to meet project timelines and optimize processes f...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in project controls management, ensuring effective cost, schedule, and risk oversight across diverse programs. Collaborate with teams to deliver actionable insights that drive successf...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Lead new business initiatives across the Central and Eastern U.S. by managing complex enterprise sales cycles in healthcare technology, driving growth through strategic partnerships and collaboration...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving clinical trial execution for a complex Phase 2b inflammation study, ensuring operational excellence from start-up to closeout while managing cross-functional teams and exter...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate clinical trial success by driving execution of complex Phase 2b studies. Own operations from start-up to closeout while leading cross-functional teams in a dynamic sponsor-dedicated setting...

Oklahoma, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize clinical trial execution by independently managing all phases of a complex Phase 2b inflammation study. Collaborate cross-functionally, ensure adherence to timelines, and drive operational ex...

Delaware, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $197K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading AI initiatives that enhance operations and patient outcomes. Drive innovation, mentor teams, and establish technical standards across machine learning, NLP, a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of a complex Phase 2b inflammation study. Engage cross-functional teams, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met while managing risks. Thrive in a fast-paced environment, direct...

Maine, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic alliances and managing governance processes. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance operational efficiency and achieve business goals in a dynamic, remote en...

Raleigh, NCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of behavioral health services by managing care for foster care members, ensuring timely access to necessary services, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance wellnes...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $170K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives and drive strategic alignment by overseeing project portfolios, enhancing business integration, and ensuring successful change adoption across the organization...

Maine, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in providing medical safety expertise for post-marketing drugs and devices. Oversee case reviews, ensure compliance, and train teams while managing deliverables to meet quality and pro...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee experiences globally. Lead HR partnerships, support managers through change, and drive engagement initiatives while managing complex employee relatio...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock operational excellence by managing administrative functions, recruiting, and onboarding for a growing inpatient practice. Collaborate with leadership to enhance staffing models and ensure compl...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $121K *

Champion project success by building pacing trackers and forecasting models, collaborating with Finance to enhance capacity planning and resource allocation, while providing leadership with real-time...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead complex infrastructure projects for financial services clients, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and collaboration. Elevate your career in a...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while managing client relationships and project teams. Drive innovation in project delivery and enha...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead critical infrastructure projects for financial services clients, managing all phases from planning to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while mentoring junior managers...

Tempe, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$87K - $157K *

Unlock compliance excellence by managing auditing, monitoring, and reporting processes to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and enhance operational efficiency across contracts and collaboration...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Healthcare Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Healthcare Project Manager plans and coordinates initiatives for healthcare organizations, managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and communication across teams. Projects can include technology implementations, operational improvements, facility initiatives, and care delivery programs.

  • What qualifications are common for Healthcare Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for project management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and an understanding of healthcare operations. Some positions prefer a bachelor's degree, industry experience, or certifications such as PMP, but requirements vary by role.

  • What industries hire Healthcare Project Managers?question toggle

    Hospitals, health systems, medical groups, health insurers, consulting firms, life sciences companies, and healthcare technology organizations hire project managers to lead initiatives.

  • How can I find Healthcare Project Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Healthcare Project Manager openings and review listings for salary information, qualifications, and location. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.