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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$215K - $408K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient care, support performance initiatives, and drive effective uti...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Lead the charge in enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Drive utilization review, collaborate with providers, and implement performance initiatives to optimize care quality and cost-e...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $183K *

Champion product excellence across the Prior Authorization Retrospective portfolio, driving the roadmap and ensuring alignment with customer needs. Collaborate with technical leaders to deliver impact...

Minnesota, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $135K *

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United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

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Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic medical initiatives across projects, providing expert guidance and oversight on clinical trials to ensure successful development of therapies in psychiatry...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $120K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $234K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

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Jacksonville, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing healthcare delivery through strategic leadership in Utilization Management. Drive excellence in clinical care and operational outcomes while ensuring complia...

Englewood, CORemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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

$150K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$117K - $156K *

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Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $120K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Champion strategic growth by leading the charge to secure complex health system accounts. Drive transformative deals with hands-on coaching, leveraging deep relationships and expertise to elevate team...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $240K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $161K *

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Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $170K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$73K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on optimizing provider operations. Lead credentialing initiatives, implement AI solutions, and enhance workflows while ensuring compliance and operational...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive revenue growth by cultivating relationships with healthcare professionals and referral sources. Oversee sales activities and marketing support in your territory, ensuring profitability while edu...

Houston, TXRemote

5 days 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.