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 - $90K *

Take ownership of quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes, optimize patient care, and ensure regulatory compliance across integrated healthcare settings, driving performance and o...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical quality and operational performance through innovative quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate across teams to drive data-driven strategies that elevate pati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Champion quality improvement initiatives across healthcare settings, driving performance enhancements and optimizing clinical outcomes. Collaborate with leadership to implement data-driven strategies...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by leading quality improvement initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes, patient care, and operational effectiveness across integrated healthcare settings. Dr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives across healthcare settings, enhancing clinical outcomes and operational performance. Collaborate with teams to optimize patient care and ensure compliance with re...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Transform healthcare quality by leading initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes, patient experience, and operational performance. Collaborate with teams to drive data-driven improvements and ensure...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Empower healthcare quality by leading initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes, patient experience, and operational performance. Collaborate with teams to drive data-driven strategies and ensure com...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for overseeing construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role involves managing client relationships...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage and lead complex federal medical construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance from planning through execution, while coordinating multiple stakeholders to achieve successful...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $185K *

Oversee complex healthcare infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment between client needs and technical execution while managing scope, schedule, and budget to deliver high-quality outcomes on time...

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion physician wellness initiatives by managing projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance clinician engagement and reduce burnout through data-driven strategies...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading comprehensive real estate construction projects. Oversee project management, budget development, and team collaboration to ensure successful execution of multi-million...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate construction project management by overseeing projects up to $350K, coordinating with subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting larger GSA-managed efforts for o...

1 week ago

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

$86K - $214K *

Advance your career by leading large-scale Lifecycle Safety projects, ensuring service excellence and customer satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic initiatives and enhance o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Optimize healthcare design by leading project execution, ensuring quality, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Drive compliance with codes and standards while managing documentation and client c...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $151K *

Accelerate your career by leading impactful IT projects that enhance public services. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation and ensure successful project delivery across various methodolo...

6 days ago

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

$86K - $124K *

Take ownership of complex projects, leading teams to deliver innovative healthcare solutions. Drive project planning, execution, and communication, ensuring quality outcomes while mentoring junior sta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $124K *

Drive project management excellence by leading teams to deliver innovative healthcare solutions, ensuring quality outcomes through effective planning, communication, and oversight of complex initiativ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $98K *

Shape impactful arts initiatives by managing projects, enhancing processes, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive success in exhibitions, conservation, and public programming while alig...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $98K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to execute innovative art initiatives, enhancing operational processes while managing budgets and timelines with stakeholders in a fast-paced cultura...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare through effective project management. Lead initiatives, drive improvements, and support organizational change while ensuring project success from i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Champion the management of diverse construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and adherence to design and safety standards while engaging with teams for optimal project execut...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining project health through effective planning and execution. Drive stakeholde...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $189K *

Shape strategic, enterprise-wide programs to drive business value, manage cross-regional initiatives, and ensure alignment across teams. Collaborate with senior leaders to monitor performance, identif...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing strategic research initiatives through effective project management, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful outc...

2 days ago

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

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.