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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$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing pharmaceutical programs, ensuring smooth operations, client relationships, and strategic execution while overseeing performance metrics and enhancing team collaboration...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Empower project success by managing real estate initiatives from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients to define project scope, resources, and timelines while ensuring quality and risk man...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex New Product Introduction projects, driving cross-functional teams to achieve project goals in scope, schedule, and quality while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $98K *

Elevate quality operations by leading corrective action plans (CAPs) for regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability, resolve barriers, and ensure sustained...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by providing expert guidance in Cerner analysis, design, and implementation. Collaborate with clients and teams to address project issues and ensure successful delivery while...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the creative vision and execution of impactful design assets, enhancing brand identity and streamlining production processes using AI tools. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality marke...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing financial strategies and contract negotiations. Collaborate with senior leadership to support Managed Care goals and enhance stakeholder relationships while ensuring compl...

Greenville, SCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare reporting through Epic tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, design reports, and provide support, ensuring successful projec...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $173K *

Shape the future of enterprise decisioning by leading cross-functional product initiatives that enhance customer experiences and drive operational readiness across multiple business channels...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Innovate within a dynamic team, driving impactful projects and solutions that enhance operational efficiency and foster growth across multiple departments. Your expertise will shape strategic initiati...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading complex design change projects from inception to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage substantial budgets, and drive innovation in a fast-paced e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform healthcare technology by owning core products, driving architectural decisions, and ensuring high-quality code. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance patient c...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial governance by tracking budgets, analyzing variances, and generating reports in a federal mission environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

Transform clinical trial execution by managing home visit projects, collaborating with teams and vendors to ensure compliance and success. Lead training, mentor junior staff, and drive process improve...

Maine, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $144K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional customer service and technical support at assigned medical equipment sites, ensuring compliance with contracts and fostering strong client relationships throu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $177K *

Champion the transformation of supply chain processes by leading the Plan Workstream for a global ERP initiative. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective deployment and adoption of...

Raritan, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $206K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product development by leading high-performing engineering teams. Drive innovation and collaboration across functions to deliver scalable AI solutions, while fostering...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $211K *

Join us in transforming quality operations by leading a robust PACE quality program, ensuring compliance and care excellence while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance participant outcomes and...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $182K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth and innovation within the health care sector. In this senior role, you'll lead initiatives, evaluate market opportunities, and streamline processes to enhan...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $215K *

Unlock your potential by leading quality engineering initiatives across diverse technology portfolios. Drive automation, enhance delivery quality, and foster team growth while collaborating with cross...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion the proposal management process by leading complex RFP responses, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling proposals that align with stra...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $155K *

Champion the execution of complex business initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, mentoring teams, and driving data-informed decisions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and prom...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$74K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects within the defense sector. Drive strategic initiatives, manage resources, and ensure compliance while fostering a high-performance team environment. Join u...

Crane, INRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.