Chaplain Clinician PRN

HCA Healthcare • San Antonio, TX

105d

About The Position

As a Chaplain Clinician you will minister to the staff, patients, and families of Methodist Healthcare System, serving as a professional chaplain staff employee of the institution. You are responsible for providing care and spiritual direction for staff, patients, and families within the highest tradition of the Judeo-Christian heritage without violating any person's integrity or faith tradition. You will function in a ecumenical ministry as an equal team member of Pastoral Care Services' professional staff with accountability to the hospital Administration through the Facility Chaplain Manager and to appropriate ecclesiastical authority. You will provide cooperation and understanding with the clergy and laity of all churches and religious organizations.

Requirements

• Master's or higher degree in theological studies from an accredited institution.
• Documentation of completed 1 unit (400 hours) of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Provide documentation for one of the following: Ordained by their religious authority, Endorsed by their religious authority, Completion of the Chaplain Basic Officer Leader Course or Recognized by their religious authority in good standing.
• Board Certification by one of the following is preferred: Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) or National Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC).

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and pastoral care to persons in physical, emotional, and/or spiritual distress.
• Coordinate pastoral care in assigned areas to utilize other clinicians, hospital staff, volunteers and/or local clergy.
• Provide devotional opportunities to give spiritual support for staff, families, and patients through room visits and/or group gatherings for mutual support or worship.
• Assist staff as a consultant regarding bioethical issues and practices of various faiths as they relate to healthcare.
• Document referrals and other significant patient/family interactions in Meditech and chaplains' log book.
• Send accurate monthly reports to Pastoral Care office.
• Work as a member of the Pastoral Care Services Team to provide coverage in coordination with other clinicians.
• Work with other chaplains to provide 24X7 response coverage as needed (PRN).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copay options.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental health protection plans.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny.
• Free counseling services and resources.
• Family support including adoption assistance.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Education assistance including tuition and certification support.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Paid time off and paid family leave.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree