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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$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of healthcare operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring optimal performance and patient satisfaction across a 24/7 Care Concierge function while driving continuous improvement an...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Innovate data-driven insights to advance health equity by translating complex healthcare data into actionable reports and dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify disparities and improve...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and building robust data pipelines for healthcare transactions. Collaborate with partners to ensure seamless integration and reliability of data systems, enhancing operat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$139K - $185K *

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Minnesota, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $110K *

Champion technology initiatives by managing IT projects, providing advanced support, and enhancing operational processes. Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to ensure successful project deliver...

Westport, CTRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$144K - $288K *

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Connecticut, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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Kennesaw, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Oversee a portfolio of clinical studies, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead Project Managers in executing complex trials, driving operational efficiency and client satisfaction while leveraging you...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $96K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

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Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding into new healthcare verticals by developing and executing go-to-market strategies, managing partnerships, and driving campaign performance. Collaborate with cross-function...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $208K *

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Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $133K *

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United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $173K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $191K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $110K *

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Unlock the potential of coding excellence by leading a remote team of medical coders, ensuring accurate and compliant code assignment to enhance patient care through innovative home-based healthcare s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

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North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $167K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$190K - $240K *

Elevate healthcare impact by building and scaling enterprise accounts in women's health. Own the sales cycle, engage stakeholders, and drive screening initiatives while collaborating across teams to e...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.