Coordinator, Environment of Care

Denver Health and Hospital Authority

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Main Campus - Pavilion J - 645 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 Until 9/12/2026 4+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 14, 2026 Last posted July 14, 2026
Job description
We are recruiting for a mission-driven Coordinator, Environment of Care to join our team!


We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

Safety

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, Coordinates Environment of Care related projects to ensure regulatory compliance. Provides a point contact for Safety and Environment of Care related inquiries. Assists with the maintenance of compliance related materials. The position will also be responsible for assisting other departments to coordinate projects and programs to maintain organizational compliance and support workplace safety initiatives. Coordinates safety program deliverables with the other members of the safety department. Demonstrates a high level of understanding about the Joint Commission standards.

Essential Functions:

  • Updates software used to maintain Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements to support safe working environment initiatives. (15%)
  • Maintains Environment of Care related policies and procedures by collaborating with the each of the departments within the Environment of Care. (20%)
  • Schedules Environment of Care rounds throughout the organization and follows up on findings to improve compliance with Joint Commission standards. (10%)
  • Audits the fire safety processes. Provides oversight, schedules, and maintains records of fire drills throughout the network. (25%)
  • Tracks, updates and schedules committee meetings for Environment of Care. (5%)
  • Leads Facility Safety Representatives with quarterly meetings and support (10%)
  • Supports Hospital and ACS locations during regulatory inspections and surveys by assisting leadership with questions related to regulatory requirements. (10%)
  • Accesses, interprets, and explains Joint Commission standards with the support and guidance of other members of the safety team. (5%)


Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED required


Work Experience:

  • 4-6 years experience in a healthcare organization working with Joint Commission standards required


Licenses:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards.
  • Ability to coordinate several small and medium projects simultaneously.
  • Familiarity with hospital operations.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$34.30 - $51.45 / hr


Benefits


At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.


Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

  • Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
  • 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
  • Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
  • Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
  • Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
  • Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
  • Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
  • Tuition reimbursement & assistance
  • Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
  • Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
  • National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer


About Denver Health


Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.


As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.


Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.


About this role

Summary

Coordinate safety and compliance projects, support safety programs, and ensure standards adherence.

Job title

Coordinator, Environment of Care

Experience level

4-6 years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Denver, CO; on-site work required; no remote option

Salary

$34k–$51k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

joint commission standardsproject coordinationhospital safetyregulatory compliancefire safety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

regulatory compliancesafety programsjoint commission standardshospital operations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site