Chaplain - PRN

Hamilton Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitruvian Health in the region of northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee seeks a Chaplain to provide holistic care to hospital and hospice patients, families, medical staff, and the community. You will work as part of the Medical Center’s multi-disciplinary team, delivering pastoral care, education, counseling, and organizational support.

This role includes assisting with per diem chaplains’ orientation and supervision, guiding patients on advance directives, and supporting clergy connections

Job description

Who We Are

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

Our Legacy

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values

Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact. Excellence. Every person. Every time.

JOB SUMMARY

The chaplain ministers to hospital/hospice patients, families, medical staff, and the community at large. The chaplain serves as a member of the Medical Center’s multi-disciplinary team in providing comprehensive holistic health care. The chaplain performs pastoral care, educational and counseling services, and administrative duties. This position assists with selection, orientation, supervision, and continuing education of per diem chaplains. The Chaplain also supports Clergy and their associations to facilitate pastoral support and visitation of hospitalized parishioners. This position assists patients and in training of staff by providing information about advance medical directives and by assisting with the execution of the advance medical directive as requested by patients. This position practices the Heart of Hamilton philosophy of the Hamilton HealthCare System culture.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelors Degree, Master of Divinity or equivalent from a theological seminary.
• 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) preferred.
• 2 unit of CPE required.
• Licensure: Ordained minister seeking denominational endorsement
• Experience: One-year clinical pastoral educational residency or the equivalent, healthcare experience preferred
• Skills: Good verbal and written skills. Demonstrates therapeutic capabilities of intervening during both crisis and non-crisis situations. Demonstrates compassion and caring skills for patients, families, associates, and medical staff, and an ability to assist patients with advance medical directives. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.
• Maintains current Georgia Driver’s license and proof of valid auto insurance coverage