Palliative Care Chaplain

Palliative Care Chaplain

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

This role is specific to the Palliative Care Department. The Palliative Care Chaplain is an integral part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on those with chronic illness as well as end of life.

Responsibilities:

• The Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) is a full clinical member of the health care team and is considered the lead expert in Spiritual Care issues.
• Provide services for the pastoral/spiritual needs of patients, families, and staff members.
• Knowledgeable in theology, spirituality, and pastoral care.
• The Palliative Care Chaplain is instrumental in assisting with spiritual care concerns and how this applies to complex medical decision making.
• The Palliative Care Chaplain will round daily with an interdisciplinary team that consists of a physician, APRN, and Licensed Counselor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Required Certification is NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains).
• Required Education is a Master's Degree from an Accredited University in Theology Related. 4 units, 1600 hours of Clinical Pastoral Education.
• Required - Ecclesiastical endorsement.

Board Certified required. BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k match and additional yearly contribution, yearly performance appraisals with merit increases, yearly team award bonus, community discounts and the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Location: Clearwater, FL

Status: Full Time, Exempt: Yes

Shift Hours: 8:00 - 5:00

Weekend Work: None

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled