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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$91K - $163K *

Advance your career by leading clinical documentation improvement initiatives, overseeing staff training, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance documentation accuracy and compliance in in...

Chandler, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex commercial contracts, balancing legal and business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive negotiations and enhance contracting process...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize operations for a centralized intake team, ensuring efficient referral processing across multiple services. Drive performance improvements, staff development, and cross-functional c...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $124K *

Join us to provide high-level technical support for applications and interfaces, enhancing IT tools across the health system. Engage in project management, systems design, and vendor coordination to d...

Morrisville, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and enhance APC clinical education and student placements systemwide, driving strategic partnerships and rigorous educational standards to ensure high-quality clinical training experiences for...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of Salesforce solutions by designing and implementing innovative architectures that meet client needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-value solutions in a dynamic, fast...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $193K *

Partner with us to transform workflows through innovative AI applications, enhancing both internal operations and user experience. In this high-ownership role, you'll build and evaluate end-to-end sol...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower global health initiatives by enhancing supply chain systems across multiple countries. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, efficiency, and capacity building in logistics and procureme...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$109K - $130K *

Drive excellence in master data management by leading identity resolution, ensuring data integrity, and establishing governance standards for patient and provider domains. Collaborate with stakeholder...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $143K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data into actionable insights. Leverage your expertise in data analytics to support critical missions, enhance program oversight, and drive solu...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $158K *

Drive the evolution of learning technology by leading strategy, governance, and continuous improvement of the LMS and learning platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance learner experiences a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $173K *

Drive excellence in Testing & Commissioning for utility-scale projects, overseeing all phases from preconstruction to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, deliverab...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $216K *

Drive successful IT program delivery and customer relationships while managing financial performance and team leadership. Engage with stakeholders to identify growth opportunities and ensure high-qual...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion global expansion initiatives by managing the FedRAMP program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and deliverables are met while navigating a fast-paced enviro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in embedding AI solutions across clinical, product, and operations teams, ensuring validated and governed features are shipped. Own initiatives end-to-end, enhance AI fluency, and buil...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$202K - $289K *

Champion growth in environmental services by leading business development, managing complex projects, and fostering client relationships in the power industry. Leverage your expertise to navigate regu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Drive impactful marketing strategies in the Healthcare sector, enhancing positioning and messaging. Collaborate cross-functionally to accelerate growth and establish thought leadership, ensuring relev...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in client engagement and lifecycle management, driving retention and organic growth within legal accounts. Build relationships, identify cross-sell opportunities, and ensure high clien...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise-wide Business Continuity programs, ensuring critical healthcare services remain uninterrupted. Collaborate across teams to strengthen resilience and deliver mea...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $190K *

Drive innovation in healthcare analytics as a Senior Lead Software Engineer, leading product development, designing ETL processes, and mentoring a collaborative team to enhance patient outcomes throug...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, enhancing vendor relationships, and driving financial transparency. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and leve...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $167K *

Partner with us to drive strategic planning and analytics for Medicare Advantage bids. This multifaceted role involves project management, technical analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional t...

Richardson, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $306K *

Drive strategic initiatives and lead cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer engagement and project execution, ensuring alignment with scientific, operational, and financial goals while...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Partner with us to enhance mortgage lending processes by bridging business needs and technical solutions. Drive project management and process improvements for our Encompass loan origination system, e...

San Diego, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.