Chaplain - PRN

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 36,134 - 57,817; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health in Virginia seeks a professional to provide spiritual care and emotional support to patients and families. This role involves working closely with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and support services.

A Master’s degree in theology, completion of clinical pastoral education, and specific chaplain certification are required. The position includes clinical responsibilities and professional independence.

The role offers a pay range of $26.23 – $41.97 hourly based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in theology or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Completion of clinical pastoral education units, preferably certified.
• Board Certified, Provisionally Board Certified, or Board Eligible Chaplain.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and spiritual care to patients and families.
• Lead the design and delivery of healthcare support processes.
• Work with healthcare professionals to enhance medical services.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Emotional support

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree in theology

Job description

These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care. Allied Health – Health Services professionals work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.

These roles are responsible for providing emotional and spiritual care to patients, families, and staff. Chaplains and other spiritual support staff offer counseling, religious services, and emotional support, helping individuals navigate the challenges of illness, hospitalization, or end‑of‑life care.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a professional discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time leading the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills normally acquired through advanced education (typically University).

Established and productive individual contributor. Works independently with general to limited supervision. Problems faced are difficult and may be complex. May influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures. May have project‑management responsibilities on small, less‑complex projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in theology or equivalent from an accredited institution recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Completion of four units of clinical pastoral education (CPE) – preferably as certified by one of the following: the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), The Canadian Association for Spiritual Care/Association Canadienne des Soins Spirituels (CASC/ACSS), or the Spiritual Care Association.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure: Ecclesiastical endorsement by an organization recognized by the United States Department of Defense (Armed Forces Chaplains Board) or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Board Certified, Provisionally Board Certified, or Board Eligible Chaplain preferably by one of the following: Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC), The Canadian Association for Spiritual Care/Association Canadienne des Soins Spirituels (CASC/ACSS), or the Spiritual Care Association. If the person is not Board Certified on hire, achieve full or provisional Board Certification within 24 months of hire; once board certification is achieved, it must be maintained for continuing employment.

Physical Demands

Job requires frequently traveling (distance: 500 yards). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull less than 20 lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $26.23 – $41.97 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.