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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$75K - $135K *

Optimize care management by developing personalized plans, coordinating services, and educating members and families to ensure high-quality healthcare outcomes. Collaborate with providers and monitor...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to assess and implement personalized care plans, ensuring quality healthcare outcomes. Collaborate with members, families, and providers while managing care activities and addressi...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $193K *

Accelerate healthcare transformation by leading complex consulting engagements, leveraging AI-driven tools, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operational performance and deliver measurab...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $300K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale mission-critical projects, ensuring strategic execution, financial performance, and team development. Drive client satisfaction and operational excellence in fa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading clinical education initiatives that enhance training programs and ensure high-quality patient care through collaboration and evidence-based practices...

Loveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading proposal strategies and managing a dynamic team. Drive compliance and quality in project proposals while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely and effective...

Vancouver, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Shape impactful health initiatives by providing expert project management support to the CDC's Office of the Director, ensuring effective prioritization, coordination, and execution of programs in a d...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$66K - $145K *

Innovate solutions for medication adherence in healthcare. Lead cross-functional initiatives, analyze data, and develop business cases to enhance pharmacy strategies and drive revenue growth. Own proj...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive care management for dually-eligible enrollees, integrating health services and community resources to enhance health outcomes and quality of life through eff...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping network infrastructure standards for data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in design, construction, and acceptance of tel...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead cloud architecture and platform engineering, balancing strategic vision with hands-on technical execution. Drive team growth, ensure compliance, and enhance infrastructure for secure healthcare s...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $149K *

Transform complex Consumer-Directed Health implementations for major employers. Lead strategy, execution, and client engagement while serving as a subject-matter expert to ensure operational excellenc...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive healthcare transformation by leading advanced consulting initiatives, enhancing delivery systems, and improving health outcomes. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to implement strategic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $144K *

Lead the charge in coordinating on-site commissioning activities, ensuring alignment among stakeholders and successful project delivery. This senior role requires strong technical expertise and leader...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $160K *

Champion member engagement by crafting compelling campaigns that drive awareness and action. Collaborate across teams to enhance communication, utilizing AI tools to optimize outreach and improve memb...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $232K *

Drive successful global deployments by leveraging your expertise in Workday methodology. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure timely project delivery while enhancing customer experien...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $118K *

Transform clinical documentation practices by leading a diverse team of consultative coders. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance coding accuracy and compliance while driving continuous improvemen...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $202K *

Unlock commercial potential by executing transformation workstreams, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering strategic insights to drive measurable results in a healthcare-focused en...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Lead the charge in developing compelling proposals for government contracts, managing the entire proposal process from strategy to submission. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complia...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful cost management strategies, oversee project budgets, and enhance client value through effective analysis and reporting. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster relationships and suppo...

Birmingham, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$151K - $302K *

Explore a leadership role driving growth and strategy in government health consulting. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery, manage vendor relationships, and support talent development w...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Support the growth of health plan accounts by fostering client relationships, analyzing data, and driving retention in a fast-paced, independent role. Leverage strong communication and analytical skil...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $142K *

Lead the design and development of enterprise data management solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to analyze requirements and enhance data processing capabilities using advanced technologies in...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring compliance and quality through oversight, guidance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance site performance and study execution...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $135K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive quality and efficiency in trial execution while mentoring j...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.