Environment of Care Coordinator - Full Time
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Sacramento, CA, 95817
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
Shriners Children’s Northern California is proud to be nationally ranked as a leader in pediatric orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report, in partnership with UC Davis Children’s Hospital. As an ACS-verified Level I Children’s Surgery Center, we are committed to providing world-class care in a family-centered environment. Our state-of-the-art facility specializes in orthopedics, rehabilitation, burns, pediatric surgery and cleft lip and palate services, transforming the lives of thousands of children every year from around the world.
Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to innovation, collaboration and making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and their families. At Shriners Children’s Northern California, you’ll find a supportive community, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to life-changing work every day.
Job Overview
Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopaedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties medical center. We have an opportunity for an Environment of Care Coordinator.
The Environment of Care Coordinator implements, and evaluates all Emergency Preparedness, Environment of Care, and Safety Management programs to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This position ensures continuous compliance with Joint Commission, CDPH, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards, while fostering a culture of safety and preparedness across the facility. In addition to these core responsibilities, the Environment of Care Coordinator plays a key role in capital project management, assisting in project coordination, scheduling, regulatory readiness, communication, and stakeholder engagement to ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant codes and standards.
This position is full time, non-exempt and benefits eligible. The pay range for this position is $32.40/hour - $48.60/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the review and development of the Emergency Operations Plan.
- Plans, coordinates, and conducts bi-annual Disaster Drills in conjunction with state, regional and local response partners and within appropriate time constraints.
- Develops and provides emergency preparedness concepts and procedures training for hospital management and staff.
- Measures and evaluates the effectiveness of the Emergency Management plan. Acts as a reporting member of the Emergency Preparedness Committee
- Develop and deliver emergency preparedness and HICS training for staff and leadership.
- Maintain emergency supplies, water and food.
- Evaluate EOC and Emergency Preparedness performance metrics regularly.
- Lead internal safety and compliance audits.
- Maintain Joint Commission survey readiness binders and documentation.
- Collaborate with leaders on workplace violence prevention and safe patient handling programs.
- Submit required state and county regulatory reports.
- Ensure compliance with NFPA Life Safety Codes and conduct ILSM assessments as needed.
- Perform activities related to project management and life safety measures.
Note: This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor degree in Health Science or related field is required
Experience
2+ years safety or related work experience
Continuous participation in recognized safety training programs is preferred
Knowledge of DOT regulations, hazardous waste disposal requirements and record keeping requirements
Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes pertaining to health care facilities and all appropriate safety practices as defined by The Joint Commission, ODH, OSHA, EPA
Experience with analyzing and interpreting common scientific and technical journals, risk assessments, and regulatory standards
Other
Current full vaccination status required
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Frequently asked questions
Sacramento's healthcare sector, particularly pediatric specialty centers like Shriners Children's, shows moderate demand for Environment of Care Coordinators. Candidates with expertise in emergency preparedness and compliance tend to stand out due to the region’s growing focus on patient safety and regulatory adherence.
Possessing California-specific certifications, such as state emergency management credentials or OSHA training tailored to healthcare, can significantly improve your profile. Local regulatory knowledge is prized in Sacramento hospitals to ensure seamless compliance with CDPH and regional safety standards.
This role uniquely blends safety management with emergency preparedness, focusing on maintaining compliance with health codes like NFPA life safety and conducting disaster drills. Unlike broader care coordinators, it emphasizes environmental safety audits and capital project oversight within healthcare facilities.
Progression often leads to senior safety management or hospital compliance leadership roles. Gaining cross-disciplinary experience in emergency planning and regulatory affairs opens doors to positions influencing broader operational policies in healthcare systems.
Shriners Children's prioritizes multidisciplinary collaboration, so skills in stakeholder engagement and project coordination stand out. Familiarity with pediatric specialty care environments and national rankings for orthopedics adds unique value compared to standard hospital settings.
Shriners Children's offers a mission-driven culture emphasizing innovation and family-centered care, which reflects in the coordinator's role through active participation in cutting-edge safety programs and continuous education. The organizational focus on resilience and accountability enhances professional growth.
In Sacramento, salaries for this role typically range from approximately $32.40 to $48.60 per hour, aligning with the Shriners Children's posted compensation. Pay scales consider experience and departmental equity, reflecting the specialized skill set required in pediatric healthcare safety.
Sacramento hospitals face unique challenges such as coordinating with multiple local and state agencies for disaster drills and adapting to evolving regulations from CDPH and OSHA. The region's diverse patient population also demands tailored communication and training approaches.
Expect to oversee emergency supply inventories, lead safety audits, coordinate disaster preparedness drills, and manage compliance documentation. Engaging with multidisciplinary teams to foster a culture of safety and support capital projects also forms a crucial part of daily activities.
Shriners Children's offers tuition reimbursement, continuous safety training programs, and opportunities for cross-disciplinary learning. The organization fosters innovation and critical thinking, ensuring coordinators can expand expertise while contributing meaningfully to pediatric care safety.