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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$110K - $130K *

Drive the success of capital project systems and reporting, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance strategic planning and safeguard assets through eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $194K *

Lead the charge in advancing high-impact initiatives within ambulatory care. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance service delivery and foster...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading multiple client engagements in financial services. Manage project scope, budget, and quality while coaching other PMs and ensuring successful delivery using Agile method...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful projects that enhance children's health outcomes through innovative disease management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success, aligning with strategic goals and manag...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic PMO team, overseeing complex projects in healthcare technology. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignment and successful execution of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $120K *

Champion healthcare technology projects by leading planning, execution, and delivery within the VA. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and successful outcomes while managing risks and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining project management excellence. Lead our PMO, guiding a talented group of Project Managers to ensure successful project execution, foster collaboration, and drive continuo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate project success by managing all phases of power generation initiatives. Oversee planning, budgets, and performance for optimal client satisfaction and operational efficiency within a collab...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution in the steel-making industry by managing commercial aspects of medium to large contracts. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial integrity, timely billing, and effectiv...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional research projects, ensuring compliance and quality while delivering results on time and within budget. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation i...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in implementing strategic project management services for large-scale construction projects. Oversee design coordination, budget management, and team collaboration to ensure timely and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at our ERP implementation projects by managing client relationships, ensuring timely delivery, and mentoring project managers. Drive accountability and enhance team performance whi...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead healthcare construction projects, ensuring safety and efficiency from preconstruction to completion. Collaborate with subcontractors and stakeholders to navigate challenges in active environments...

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

$89K - $136K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple construction projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion while collaborating with architects, engineers, and contractors to maintain high standards i...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $145K *

Transform the future of AI initiatives by leading program management across teams, ensuring clear communication and governance. Drive strategic technology projects that enhance organizational capabili...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $145K *

Drive AI transformation by managing strategic technology initiatives, ensuring clear communication and governance across teams. Your role is pivotal in navigating complexities and aligning priorities...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $145K *

Optimize AI and technology initiatives through strategic program management, ensuring clear communication and governance across teams. Drive alignment and momentum in a fast-paced environment, transla...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $145K *

Help us drive AI transformation by managing strategic technology initiatives, ensuring clear communication and governance across teams, and maintaining momentum on high-visibility programs that shape...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $145K *

Help us drive AI transformation by managing strategic technology initiatives, ensuring clear communication and governance across teams, and maintaining momentum on high-visibility programs that shape...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$57K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale mental health research project, overseeing operations, budgets, and team dynamics across multiple sites while ensuring data quality and compliance with ethica...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$130K - $150K *

Elevate healthcare outcomes by leveraging your Epic Professional Billing expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize systems and drive impactful solutions for clients, fostering an inclusive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Shape impactful healthcare solutions by leveraging your Epic Professional Billing expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize systems, enhance workflows, and drive meaningful results for cli...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your Epic Professional Billing expertise to drive impactful solutions in a collaborative consulting environment, optimizing healthcare technology for improved outcome...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex global projects in aseptic manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring teams and interfacing with senior leadership across diverse...

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  •   5 - 7 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.